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# Mining & Network Design

**What is Cadence Mining?**

Fractal uses a hybrid model:

* **1/3 Merged Mining** with Bitcoin (SHA256d, zero setup)
* **2/3 Permissionless Mining** for decentralization and new participants

This model ensures both high security and open participation.

Read more about [cadence mining here](https://fractalbitcoin.io/learn/cadence-mining).

**How does merged mining work?**

Bitcoin miners can mine Fractal blocks simultaneously, earning FB without additional energy or hardware. Over 50% of Bitcoin’s hashrate is currently merge-mining Fractal.

[Read more about merged mining here.](https://fractalbitcoin.io/learn/merged-mining)

**Can anyone mine Fractal?**

Yes — you can solo mine or join permissionless pools using standard SHA256d ASICs. Fractal is designed to welcome new, independent miners while still benefiting from Bitcoin’s hashpower.


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