Bitcoin Mining
US GDP Expands 2.6% in Q3; Core Scientific’s Shares Plummet After Bankruptcy Warning
The U.S. economy rose in the third quarter after two consecutive months of contraction. Shares of the world's largest bitcoin miner, Core Scientific (CORZ), plummeted to as low as 23 cents after the firm warned it could enter into bankruptcy. CFTC Commissioner Christy Goldsmith Romero said crypto echoes the risks of the 2008 financial crisis.
Bitcoin Miner Core Scientific Shares Plunge After Bankruptcy Warning
The world's largest bitcoin miner, Core Scientific (CORZ), warned that it may have to explore bankruptcy if it fails to improve its financial condition. The warning sent its shares down 77% to as low as 23 U.S. cents. "The Hash" team discusses what this means for the bitcoin mining industry and its community.
Judge to Appoint Privacy Ombudsman for Celsius Bankruptcy Case; Bitcoin Mining Difficulty at Record High
Rishi Sunak will be the U.K.'s next prime minister following Liz Truss’ controversial exit last week. A U.S. judge presiding over the bankruptcy case of crypto lender Celsius Network has agreed to appoint a consumer privacy ombudsman in the case. Bitcoin mining difficulty jumped over 3% to a new all-time high.
Struggling Bitcoin Miners Are Flocking to Maple Finance’s $300M Lending Pool
A pipeline of 10 mining firms will make up the first cohort of borrowers, with some 25 on the waitlist.
Core Scientific Again Raises Bitcoin Mining Hosting Rates
The firm expects power costs to decline in the future, which will be reflected in its hosting rates.
Wall Street Analyst ‘Pulling the Plug’ on Bitcoin Miners Owing to Bear Market Woes
DA Davidson analyst Chris Brendler downgraded Core Scientific and Argo Blockchain from buy to neutral and said the bank has grown “increasingly concerned” about the miners.
Bitcoin Miner Sphere3D Downsizes Deal for Machines With BitFuFu
Sphere 3D is the latest bitcoin mining firm to try to cut capital expenditures amid the crypto bear market.
Crusoe Energy Systems CEO on Bitcoin Mining Outlook
Last week, bitcoin mining difficulty surged to an all-time high. Chase Lochmiller, Crusoe Energy Systems co-founder and CEO, discusses what this means for business operations and the outlook for the bitcoin mining industry. Plus, insights into the $350 million Series C raise and M&A strategy amid crypto winter.
Client Demand for Crypto Led to BNY Mellon's Custody Offering; FTX.US Under Scrutiny Over Securities Allegations
Client demand for crypto was the key factor in launching a crypto custody offering, said BNY Mellon CEO Robin Vince. The Texas State Securities Board is investigating FTX.US over allegations it offers unregistered securities products in the U.S. through its yield-bearing service. It took more than an hour to mine a block of bitcoin (BTC) on Monday.
