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.

Markets

Hut 8 Maps 'Path to Monetization' of Energy Assets as Bitcoin Mining Carve-Out Nears: Benchmark

Benchmark analyst Mark Palmer hiked his Hut 8 price target to $36 from $33, while reiterating his buy rating on the stock.

By Will Canny, AI BoostAug 27, 2025

Finance

Bitcoin Miner Hut 8 Surges 10% on 1.5GW Expansion Plans

Investment bank Roth Capital said the move had the potential to "materially re-rate the stock."

By Krisztian SandorAug 26, 2025

Markets

Asia Morning Briefing: Bitcoin’s ETFs Kill the Transaction Fees, Punishing the Miners More

Capital is piling into ETFs and custodians while Solana takes retail traffic, but Bitcoin’s onchain demand remains stagnant, deepening concerns over whether miners can sustain the network without meaningful fees.

By Sam Reynolds, AI BoostAug 25, 2025

High-resolution image of numerous shiny gold bitcoin tokens stacked together.

Tech

Bitcoin Mining Faces 'Incredibly Difficult' Market as Power Becomes the Real Currency

Executives at Jackson Hole’s SALT conference said the old boom-and-bust halving rhythm is breaking down, with survival now tied to cheap power and diversified infrastructure.

By Helene Braun, AI BoostAug 24, 2025

Mining machines (GreenBelka/Shutterstock)

Markets

Solo Bitcoin Miner Bags $360K in Rare BTC Block Win

The miner ran roughly 9 petahashes per second of computing power, giving them just a one-in-800 chance of landing a block on any given day.

By Shaurya MalwaAug 18, 2025

Bitcoin mining USB devices on a large USB hub.

Policy

French MPs Float Plan to Mine Bitcoin With Surplus Nuclear Energy

The proposal aims to take advantage of surplus energy generated by nuclear power plants, with one MP describing it as a "secure and extremely profitable solution".

By Francisco RodriguesAug 4, 2025