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Published on Mon Jan 26 2026 12:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Orkid Labs

Computing consumes energy, and energy places hard constraints on what can and cannot be computed at scale. In this essay we revisit classical thermodynamics and information theory to show how energy budgets, storage, and erasure have direct consequences for latency, storage growth, and economic feasibility.

We conclude with practical recommendations for designing settlement rails and detectors that prioritize efficiency alongside correctness.

Draft by Orkid Labs — Enforcing Market Honesty.

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