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GPU mining that's actually profitable

Ergo's Autolykos algorithm is ASIC-resistant and GPU-friendly. Mine with your existing hardware, join a decentralized network, and earn ERG while securing the blockchain.

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Problem

Bitcoin mining is dominated by ASICs and industrial operations. GPU miners are pushed out. Centralization threatens network security.

Solution

Autolykos keeps mining accessible to individuals with GPUs. Fair distribution, decentralized hashrate, and sustainable economics through Storage Rent.

Step-by-Step Guide

Verify your GPU meets minimum requirements (4GB+ VRAM). AMD and NVIDIA cards both work.

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Autolykos: Ergo's Sustainable GPU Mining Algorithm

Autolykos is the Ergo mining algorithm: a memory-hard proof-of-work designed for ASIC-resistant mining, sustainable PoW, and a more decentralised, GPU-friendly Ergo blockchain.

Nov 21, 202510 min read

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How Is Security Maintained?

How Is Security Maintained?

How network security and rewards differ between typical Proof-of-Stake staking and Ergo's ASIC-resistant Autolykos GPU mining.

Autolykos: Mining Without Masters

Autolykos: Mining Without Masters

How Ergo's Autolykos PoW keeps mining open to consumer GPUs, limits pool dominance and funds long-term security with block rewards plus storage rent.

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