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What if crypto currencies are to blame for low GPU prices? In other words, what if the opportunity to make money via crypto currencies has accelerated the development of GPU capabilities and availability beyond what would have happened if crypto currencies never came into existence?
Interesting theory that doesn't hold up to much critical thought.
Might have also been ML
Alternate answer: No, the manifacturing cost of the gpu stays relatively the same, greedy sellers increase price because of the increased demand. It's not like they wouldn't make profit on regular prices.
It's been years since the crypto boom - why hasn't production ramped up accordingly? Or are manufacturers waiting forever until it blows over? Because that may never happen.
Alternate answer: No, the manifacturing cost of the gpu stays relatively the same, greedy sellers increase price because of the increased demand. It's not like they wouldn't make profit on regular prices.
Supply steady. Demand exponential increase due to cryptocurrencies. Blame whomever you wish.
Alternate answer: No, the manifacturing cost of the gpu stays relatively the same, greedy sellers increase price because of the increased demand. It's not like they wouldn't make profit on regular prices.
The government should guarantee a GPU for every gamer. Gamers rise up!
Assuming everyone commenting here has read the post, if it is 'cryptocurrencies' 'like' Bitcoin and Ethereum that use PoW? Then, that is an undeniable, and an undisputed; Yes. However, if you are talking 'cryptocurrencies' that means you are talking about all of them. Not all cryptocurrencies are like Bitcoin, and Ethereum and not all of them use PoW. So the title should be: 'Is Bitcoin, and Ethereum to blame for Hig…
Proof of stake is 9% of the overall market. I’m not sure where the other 23% go but I don’t think any one idea has captured a more significant piece. It’s like arguing that saying the energy sector is responsible for CO2 emissions. Like sure, you could make the case that wind and solar are net negative but it’s not a helpful contribution to the discussion.
[1] https://coincodex.com/cryptocurrencies/sector/proof-of-work/