Tagged: mining

June 3, 2026 @ 4:32 pm By JD Alois  |  

Over time, the difficulty of mining a Bitcoin under Proof of Work goes higher. As the price of BTC has cratered in recent weeks, the cost to mine a single Bitcoin could surpass the value of a single Bitcoin. According to the Cambridge Centre for… Read More

April 28, 2026 @ 11:46 am By JD Alois  |  

Stablecoin issuer Tether is working with Canaan (NASDAQ: CAN)  and ACME Swisstech to enable Bitcoin mining. According to a note from Tether, the goal is to operate more efficiently, reducing energy usage and maximizing performance. The “modular” approach is designed to be independently optimized without… Read More

March 30, 2026 @ 5:41 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Mined in America Act is new legislation that aims to encourage digital asset mining in the United States. Sponsored by Republican Senators Bill Cassidy and Cynthia Lummis, the legislation would direct the US Department of Commerce to establish a voluntary certification program for crypto… Read More

March 27, 2026 @ 3:56 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Marathon Digital Holdings (NASDAQ: MARA), one of the largest Bitcoin mining operators in the United States, recently liquidated 15,133 BTC for roughly $1.1 billion. The transaction not only generated immediate cash but also pushed the company down the rankings, allowing Twenty One Capital to overtake… Read More

February 4, 2026 @ 8:19 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Stablecoin issuer and digital assets firm Tether, which claims to be one of the largest companies in the crypto space, has unveiled its latest initiative to democratize Bitcoin mining. On February 2, 2026, at the Plan ₿ Forum in San Salvador, the company announced the… Read More

January 6, 2026 @ 9:30 am By JD Alois  |  

Bitcoin mining is incredibly power-intensive, with the computers generating substantial heat. In Canada, one operation has found a way to create a symbiotic relationship with mining rigs by working with a greenhouse in Manitoba to provide needed heat. Canaan (NASDAQ: CAN) says a 3 MW proof-of-concept… Read More

November 25, 2025 @ 2:25 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

KryptoByte, which is reportedly seeking to transform stranded energy into digital assets, is pleased to announce a partnership with Archax, a UK based digital asset exchange, broker and custodian. Archax will become the custodian for Bitcoin generated and acquired by KryptoByte and will aim to… Read More

October 18, 2025 @ 10:28 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Sonatype, a provider of AI-centric DevSecOps, this week released the Open Source Malware Index, Q3 2025, which analyzed 34,319 open source malware packages discovered by Sonatype across major open source registries, including npm, PyPI, Hugging Face, and more. This quarter’s count brings the total number of… Read More

October 8, 2025 @ 4:31 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Crypto and DeFi markets are surging again with fresh new momentum as we enter the final quarter of 2025. As a result of this renewed investor enthusiasm, following a slight crypto market dip in September, Bitcoin mining stocks (including those of Riot Platforms and Hive,… Read More

June 17, 2025 @ 5:24 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bitcoin mining industry continues to evolve, with May 2025 showcasing significant operational advancements and strategic adaptations to seasonal challenges, as detailed in recent reports from Compass Mining. These updates highlight the sector’s resilience amid rising global hash rates, economic pressures, and environmental considerations, offering… Read More

June 8, 2025 @ 3:52 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bitcoin mining sector continues to demonstrate resilience and adaptability in the face of post-halving challenges, with firms like MARA, Riot Platforms, and Bit Digital reporting significant operational updates for May 2025. These updates highlight robust production, infrastructure growth, and a strategic pivot toward diversification,… Read More

May 24, 2025 @ 10:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Riot Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIOT), an industry service provider focused on vertically integrated Bitcoin mining, is pleased to announce that it has successfully upsized its existing $100 million credit facility to a total commitment of up to $200 million with Coinbase Credit, Inc., a subsidiary… Read More

May 15, 2025 @ 9:56 am By JD Alois  |  

JA Mining says it has launched its cloud mining contracts, targeting investors interested in earning passive income through crypto mining. JA Mining highlights that it is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) adding that it is committed to transparency and compliance. The company also… Read More

April 26, 2025 @ 4:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bitcoin mining ecosystem continues to evolve rapidly, driven by technological advancements, market dynamics, and strategic shifts among major players. Insights from CoinShares’ Q4 2024 Mining Report and Compass Mining’s March 2025 Bitcoin Mining Industry Report highlight key trends, including rising hashrates, sustainable energy adoption,… Read More

April 24, 2025 @ 10:13 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Riot Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIOT), a firm focused on vertically integrated Bitcoin mining, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a $100 million credit facility with Coinbase Credit, Inc., a subsidiary of Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: COIN). Under the terms of the credit… Read More

April 15, 2025 @ 8:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Tether, which claims to be the largest company in the digital assets industry, announced its intention to deploy both existing and future hashrate on OCEAN, a Bitcoin mining pool focused on decentralization and launched by long-time Bitcoin Core developer Luke Dashjr. This strategic move strengthens… Read More

March 20, 2025 @ 2:17 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a statement on Proof of Work (PoW), a characteristic of some digital assets – most prominently Bitcoin. Proof of Work is a way to validate and mint new crypto. At one time, Ethereum was PoW, but it… Read More

March 3, 2025 @ 8:57 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bitcoin (BTC) mining industry in 2024 has navigated an increasingly complex landscape of opportunities and obstacles, as indicated in recent financial reports from key players like MARA Holdings, Riot Platforms, CleanSpark, and IREN, alongside operational updates from Compass Mining. With Bitcoin prices hovering near… Read More

February 3, 2025 @ 9:15 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitfarms Ltd. (NASDAQ: BITF), a Bitcoin and vertically integrated data center company, announced it has engaged two consultants in HPC strategy and artificial intelligence (AI), Appleby Strategy Group (ASG) and World Wide Technology (WWT), to conduct a feasibility analysis on all its North American sites… Read More

January 27, 2025 @ 5:53 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Russia’s largest power grid operator, Rosseti, is venturing into Bitcoin (BTC) and crypto mining by leveraging its underutilized power centers. The state-owned energy provider aims to become a key coordinator for mining infrastructure deployment across the country, as reported by TASS. Rosseti sees crypto mining… Read More