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Announcing uPow (Useful Power of Work)

Hello, Community!

Today marks a monumental day in the evolution of blockchain technology as we unveil uPow (Useful Power of Work), a pioneering initiative set to redefine the blockchain landscape by addressing real-world challenges. Our mission is clear: to seamlessly integrate blockchain technology with the cutting-edge capabilities of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data training. This isn't just a step forward it's a leap into a future where technology creates impactful, practical solutions.

Why uPow?

- Innovative Integration: Merging blockchain with AI and machine learning for real-world problem solving.
- Revolutionized Nakamoto Consensus:  Enhancing traditional blockchain validation with data training and AI-driven tasks.
- Bridging Technologies: Creating a unique platform where decentralized trust meets modern AI's problem-solving prowess.

Technical Specifications

uPow isn't just another blockchain; it's a vision for a more utilitarian and efficient use of computational resources. Here's what makes uPow unique:

- Total Supply: 18.88 million uPow tokens.
- Block Time:  60 seconds for consistent, fast transactions.
- Block Reward: 6 uPow tokens, decreasing by half every 3 years.
- Block Algorithm: Nakamoto consensus (SHA256).
- Consensus Mechanism: Our commitment to innovation is underscored by the 100% Useful Proof of Work (uPow) consensus mechanism.
- Premine: A strategic premine of 10,000 blocks (0.3% of Total Supply) lays the groundwork for a stable and prosperous ecosystem.
- Genesis block: 29/03/24 11:55 am UTC.


- Website: https://uPow.ai
- Explorer: https://explorer.upow.ai/
- Github: https://github.com/upowai
- CLI Wallet: https://github.com/upowai/wallet
- Docs: https://uPow.ai/docs
- Discord: https://discord.gg/f2Vy5SpdB2
-Twitter: https://twitter.com/uPow_ai


(As of the time this was written, the block height stands at 9,840+ blocks.)

A few months ago, I shared an update here about the progress of this project. It has taken a significant amount of time and effort to bring it to this stage, especially with limited resources at our disposal. We acknowledge that we are not perfect, but we believe in growing and improving together.

In addition to the source code, it would be possible to make the wallet compiled so as not to create difficulties for users. Still, not something unique, just another coin for ASICs.

Isn’t this the 256 algorithm? If we borrow AI, it has something to do with AI.

This project looks very hopeful, I think it is similar to Tao (bitensor).