Tether’s open-source MOS platform is designed to empower small and mid-sized energy producers, such as solar and hydro-powered operators, to mine Bitcoin using surplus electricity.

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The open-sourcing could prove especially impactful for small-to-mid-sized enterprises producing their own energy, such as solar or hydro-powered businesses, who may now find it easier to participate in Bitcoin mining using surplus electricity.

Ardoino expects the decision to open-source the MOS will help level the ‘playing field’ between small and large mining operators.