Hetzner Prohibits Users From Operating Ethereum Nodes
The Merge is the upcoming upgrade on Ethereum blockchain. The Merge will shift blockchains PoW algorithm to PoS. Ethereum was trading at 1,504 USD at the time of writing. Hetzner Warns Clients Following The Merge Ethereums much anticipated event which will shift the proof-of-work algorithm to proof-of-stake, The Merge, is getting closer. As the final stages of development are in process, the 2nd biggest Ethereum host, Hetzner, is reiterating its stance against enabling the mining operations for both the consensus mechanisms. Hetzner, a centralized and private cloud services provider, came forward in a discussion regarding operating blockchain nodes. The company pointed out its terms of services which restricts the clients from utilizing services of crypto activities. However, the community perceived this as a threat for Ethereum, as the cloud service provider hosts around 16% of the ecosystems nodes. Source: Ethernodes Many consider that the cryptocurrencies are a way to open doors towards a decentralized world. Centralization in the cryptosphere is perceived as a negative trait in the long run. And this is all for a good reason. A Reddit user raised questions regarding the anti-crypto policies laid by Hetzner. The organization responded to clarify legal implications and doubts related to utilizing the services for crypto activities. The company