MIcrosoft's Cryptomining Patent Applicaion

Microsoft has filed a patent application for a cryptomining approach that harnesses data from an individual's physical and mental activities.

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The question of how personal data is protected and utilised behind the scenes comes to mind despite of the incentive offered here.

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