# Random X RandomX is a Proof Of Work algorithm developed by Monero contributors and adopted by Monero from release 0.15. This innovative POW is optimized for CPUs and it's based on execution of random code and other memory-heavy techniques. The goal is to discourage the use of specialized hardware (like ASICs) for @mining Haven. RandomX was created with the intent of keeping mining decentralized and to create a more egalitarian distribution of the @block rewards. RandomX specifications and development can be found [on the GitHub repository](https://github.com/tevador/RandomX), while [an article dedicated to RandomX](https://www.havenoutreach.org/stories/RandomX.html) made by the Outreach workgroup contains more information about the history of RandomX and its relation with Haven. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://wiki.havenprotocol.org/overview/random-x.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.