Bitcoin Mining

Bitcoin mining is the process by which new bitcoins are created and transactions are verified and added to the blockchain network. It involves powerful computers solving complex mathematical problems to secure the Bitcoin network and maintain its decentralized nature. Individuals, companies, and even specialized mining pools participate in this process, known as miners. These miners play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and security of the Bitcoin network. As the number of bitcoins in circulation is limited, mining also serves as a means of distributing new bitcoins. Miners are rewarded with newly minted bitcoins for their computational efforts and the energy they contribute to the network. Bitcoin mining has evolved over time, with the advent of more efficient hardware and the rise of mining farms. These farms, often operated by companies, leverage economies of scale to maximize their mining capabilities. Additionally, mining protocols and algorithms have been developed to adapt to the increasing computational power and maintain the network's stability. Crypto exchanges facilitate the trading of bitcoins, allowing miners to convert their earned bitcoins into traditional currencies or other cryptocurrencies. This dynamic ecosystem of people, companies, protocols, and blockchain networks collectively contribute to the functioning and growth of Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market.

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Miners ‘HODL’ in Bullish Sign for BTC

Bitcoin miners are holding onto their earned bitcoin more than they are selling it, according to a chart by GlassNode. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

Apr 12, 2021

Markets

Canaan Plunges as Inventory Issues Slashed Q4 Bitcoin Mining Machine Sales

Despite bull-market-driven demand for the company’s bitcoin mining machines, Canaan’s Q4 revenue plummeted due to COVID-related supply chain issues.

By Colin Harper, Blockspace MediaApr 12, 2021

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BitRiver Is Selling Tokens to Build More Bitcoin Mining Farms in Siberia

Mining company BitRiver is launching its own token, aiming to raise $35 million on Bithumb

By Anna BaydakovaApr 12, 2021

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Meltem Demirors Explains the Crypto Climate Accord and Seeks to Set the Bitcoin Mining Energy Record Straight

Bitcoin and other decentralized networks are notoriously leaderless, which makes organization challenging. So how will the new Crypto Climate Accord get the entire industry on board with its plan for net-zero emissions from mining by 2025? Meltem Demirors, chief strategy officer of CoinShares, joins "First Mover" to discuss her company's involvement in the accord and dispel myths around crypto networks destroying the environment.

Apr 9, 2021

Markets

Gaming Company The9 to Buy 2,000 Bitcoin Mining Machines for About $6.72M in Stock

The company also completed the signing of definitive agreements for 12,246 units of bitcoin mining machines with a total hashrate of 288PH/S.

By Tanzeel AkhtarApr 9, 2021

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Blockcap Opens Texas HQ, Plans to Put 32K New ASICs Online Over the Year

Texas is quickly becoming a major hub for American mining.

By Colin Harper, Blockspace MediaApr 9, 2021

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Ripple, ConsenSys and CoinShares Join Crypto Climate Accord

As the debate over bitcoin’s environmental impact re-emerges, several major players are joining the Crypto Climate Accord, an initiative aimed at ensuring the crypto industry runs on renewable energy by 2025. “The Hash” panel discusses the crypto energy debate and the impact that the Crypto Climate Accord could have on mining.

Apr 8, 2021

Markets

Ripple, CoinShares, ConsenSys Join Crypto Climate Accord

CoinShares’ chief strategy officer says, “It’s vital we correct misinformation that has persisted about Bitcoin’s energy use and sources.”

By Jamie CrawleyApr 8, 2021

Green energy sources like hydroelectric power will play an even greater role in bitcoin mining.

Markets

Riot Blockchain Acquires Whinstone’s Texas Bitcoin Mining Operations

The firm is acquiring the facility with the goal of “increasing the American footprint in the global bitcoin mining landscape.”

By Tanzeel AkhtarApr 8, 2021

Riot Blockchain is acquiring a bitcoin mining center in Texas.

Markets

Crypto Mining Firm Hut 8 Seeks $396M Raise in Latest Offering

The securities offering is expected to take place on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

By Sebastian SinclairApr 8, 2021