Mining
Bitcoin Miner Bitmain Acquires Data Startup Blocktrail
Bitmain has acquired a bitcoin data and analytics startup Blocktrail for an undisclosed amount.
'No Scaling Agreements' Planned for July Bitcoin Miner-Developer Event
A late July gathering featuring members of bitcoin’s development and mining communities will not focus on scaling.
Why Bitcoin's Halving Was a Boring Vindication
The Bitcoin Halving Event, which had numerous predictions of price drops and hashrate drops, had neither occur with both relatively constant.
The CoinDesk Guide to Bitcoin Halving Parties
Bitcoin groups around the world are gathering to celebrate the halving of the bitcoin mining reward this weekend.
Bitcoin Industry Seeking to Bridge Scaling Divide at July Meeting
Members of the bitcoin industry, including major players in the mining space, as set to meet in California this month, sources say.
What to Expect When the Bitcoin Halving Happens
What will happen when bitcoin's mining reward declines this weekend? CoinDesk surveys market experts for their predictions.
At $400 Million a Year, Academic Argues Bitcoin Mining Worth the Cost
A recent note from the University College London’s blockchain research center explores the fair cost of bitcoin mining.
As Bitcoin Halving Approaches, 51% Attack Question Resurfaces
Upcoming changes to how bitcoin incentivizes key participants have stoked fears a 51% attack could again become viable.
5 Factors Experts Say Drove Bitcoin's Rise to $700
Market observers weigh in on bitcoin's latest price increase, voicing their opinions on what drove the value of the digital currency over $700.
What is the 'Halving'? A Primer to Bitcoin's Big Mining Change
What is the bitcoin halving and why do many believe it's boosting bitcoin's price? Here's our introductory guide to the coming big change in bitcoin.
