51Pool Attack Plans 51% Network Attack Against Ethereum Classic
It is evident for everyone to see this is not an effort representing the entire Ethereum community. Unfortunately, every single supporter will be caught in the crossfire of repercussions that will undoubtedly follow these attacks, Over the past few days, there have been various rumors regarding an impending 51% attack against the Ethereum Classic network. Although some earlier attempts remained nothing but speculation, 51Pool is forging ahead with its plans to destroy the ETC network. This goes to show how some people in the Ethereum community respond when the going gets tough. Ever since....
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