No, computing power (hashrate) does not solely determine a cryptocurrency's fate. For Proof-of-Work coins like Bitcoin, high hashrate enhances network security and resists attacks, often correlating with price as rising prices attract more miners. However, price typically leads hashrate, not vice versa—driven by adoption, demand, and market sentiment.For Proof-of-Stake coins like Ethereum (post-Merge), hashrate is irrelevant.Ultimately, utility, community, and adoption decide long-term success more than raw power.Sources: https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2021/02/05/what-does-hashrate-mean-and-why-does-it-matter https://cointelegraph.com/explained/what-is-bitcoin-hash-rate-and-why-does-it-matter https://unchainedcrypto.com/what-is-the-bitcoin-hashrate/
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Yes, smart contracts significantly reduce trust costs. By automating execution on blockchain, they eliminate intermediaries (like banks or lawyers), minimize enforcement expenses, and enable "trustless" transactions where code enforces rules transparently and immutably. Nick Szabo, who coined the term in 1994, designed them to minimize the need for trusted intermediaries and lower transaction costs. In practice, this cuts monitoring and dispute costs, as seen in DeFi and supply chains. For more: Wikipedia: Smart contract Nick Szabo's original paper (148 words)
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Yes, limited living space can restrict pets' psychological well-being, potentially causing stress, boredom, or anxiety, especially for active breeds like large dogs needing room to run. Cats and smaller pets often adapt better to apartments. Enrichment through play, walks, and mental stimulation is key to mitigating effects.Source: https://www.calm.com/blog/pets-and-mental-health Source: https://www.webmd.com/pets/how-pets-affect-mental-health With proper care, many pets thrive in smaller homes. (98 words)
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