What happened with Ethereum's proof of stake? Have there been successful alternatives that eliminate the need for mining?
Uses validators instead of mining, the power footprint of the ENTIRE network was reduced by 99.995%.
Crypto isn't power inefficient, BITCOIN MINING is power inefficient.
Can't wait for the typewriter (Bitcoin) to be replaced by the computer (Ethereum).
A) I don't think that attack is likely and B) the efficiency gains are worth the risk
Disclaimer: I have Ethereum so i benefit from other people buying it. I do honestly think it's better for the environment.