Mining
Mining Malware Now a Bigger Threat Than Ransomware, Says Report
Illicit crypto-miners and ransomware have swapped places in popularity among cybercriminals, says a security firm.
Chinese Tech Firm Probed Over Launch of Crypto-Mining Video Console
Leshi Internet, a video streaming service with a history of financial issues, is being questioned by a stock exchange over its move into crypto.
1 Million Computers Hacked to Mine $2 Million-Worth of Cryptos
Hackers reportedly reaped more than $2 million in different cryptocurrencies after spreading malware across computers in China.
Kaspersky Warns on Rapid Spread of Malicious Crypto Miners
Kaspersky Lab says crypto-mining malware is quickly replacing ransomware, warning that mobiles could be the next big target.
Another Bitcoin Miner Maker Is Seeking to Go Public in Hong Kong
Ebang, one of the largest bitcoin mining chip makers from China, has filed for an initial public offering with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
Quebec Weighs Plan to Sell 500 Megawatts to Crypto Miners
Hydro-Quebec has submitted to the Quebec government the main guidance to select crypto companies to work with.
Quebec Halts Crypto Mining Approvals Pending New Restrictions
Quebec has halted approvals for new cryptocurrency mining operations while it draws up new rules and may raise energy costs.
Secret ASICs for the People: Obelisk Reveals Plan to Fight Big Miners
Chip manufacturers are making ASICs in secret, argues David Vorick. He wants new coin projects do the same – and to give those chips to the community.
Bitmain's New Miner Is Drawing Criticism from Early Users
Bitmain has been criticized over one of its mining products, the AntMiner B3, with users making allegations about its marketing and quality control.
Asus' New Crypto Mining Motherboard Has Space for 20 GPUs
Motherboard maker Asus has debuted a new product aimed specifically at cryptocurrency miners.
