# MMM: May I Mine Your Mind?

## TL;DR

This paper explores the hypothetical scenario of human brains being used for cryptocurrency mining through direct neural connections, discussing potential societal impacts and technological feasibility.

## Contribution

It introduces a conceptual framework for brain-based cryptomining and analyzes its possible implications for individuals and society.

## Key findings

- Brain-cryptomining could be technically feasible in the future.
- Such technology might significantly impact privacy and societal norms.
- Potential for new ethical and security challenges.

## Abstract

Consider the following set-up for the plot of a possible future episode of the TV series Black Mirror: human brains can be connected directly to the net and MiningMind Inc. has developed a technology that merges a reward system with a cryptojacking engine that uses the human brain to mine cryptocurrency (or to carry out some other mining activity). Part of our brain will be committed to cryptographic calculations (mining), leaving the remaining part untouched for everyday operations, i.e., for our brain's normal daily activity. In this short paper, we briefly argue why this set-up might not be so far fetched after all, and explore the impact that such a technology could have on our lives and our society.