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Gnu Taler does not rely on a blockchain.

BTCs blockchain is rather power inefficient.




> BTCs blockchain is rather power inefficient.

Pfff, a single transaction is only 1700kw/h (or 820kg of carbon dioxide) with as little as 90g of electrical waste left behind on average. From an economical standpoint that could be much more ... if you are to sell energy or equipment of course. /s




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