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[–] 6 points 2 years ago (3 children)

Yeah, I've been saying we should make crypto mining space heaters. I don't think there's much of a market for it, but it's an interesting thought. Worst case, it would be an amazing gag gift.

Or, if you believe all crypto is immoral (arguably fair), then make a space heater that runs something like folding at home.

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    Oh my goodness, YES!

    The initial concept developed by the company involved using heat generated by Bitcoin mining rigs, according to Heata Co-founder and CTO Chris Jordan.

    "We literally put a Bitcoin miner in a barrel of mineral oil and plumbed it up to a radiator," he told The Register.

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