ASIC will be compatible only if the hash function(SHA256 currently) does not change.
It might change in the future with a new block version if there are any weaknesses in dual step SHA256, but for the next decade, most likely not. 
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ASIC will be compatible only if the hash function(SHA256 currently) does not change.
Hi,
I just just questioned myself, how long will ASIC machines like Avalon, Jalapeno etc stay compatible ? Will it still be usable after another Interface Update like Stratum ? Will it be still of use after a Hard Fork may be ? Will they have paid when this happens ?
Anyone reliable Information available ?
FPGA based stuff on the other hand will be software upgradable forever I think.
jm2p Zeph
I just just questioned myself, how long will ASIC machines like Avalon, Jalapeno etc stay compatible ? Will it still be usable after another Interface Update like Stratum ? Will it be still of use after a Hard Fork may be ? Will they have paid when this happens ?
Anyone reliable Information available ?
FPGA based stuff on the other hand will be software upgradable forever I think.
jm2p Zeph
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