Bitcoin mining difficulty just had a major 7.5% drop on Sunday — the biggest negative adjustment since July 2021. This decline occurred at block height 903,168. This was largely due to mining sites throughout the U.S.—especially in Texas—suspending operations because of early summer heatwaves. This change comes on the heels...
It’s no wonder, then, that bitcoin miners are actively diversifying their operations. They are currently looking for new applications in AI and grid stabilization to counteract the lost block rewards and decrease profitability. Yet, at Mining Disrupt 2025, that conversation focused on a paradigm shift. Speakers dove deep on Bitcoin...
The anticipated 9% decline in Bitcoin mining difficulty is more than just a statistically significant shift. It’s a flashing red light on the dashboard. This dramatic decline is an early warning of systemic weaknesses in the underlying Bitcoin network. While some hail it as a lifeline for struggling miners, I...
Norway, known for both its stunning natural beauty and forward-looking energy policies, is leading the charge. If it passes, as expected, it will make the country the first in Europe to impose targeted restrictions on crypto mining via data center regulation. This fall, the UK government intends to introduce a...
Is France about to pull off the impossible: turn a global environmental villain into a local sustainability hero? Amendment No. 547 seeks to include the activity of Bitcoin mining into national energy strategy of France. It’ll be a stroke of genius, or a calamity in the making. And honestly, it...
Meanwhile in France, legislators are looking to Bitcoin mining as a solution to the country’s longstanding issue of producing too much electricity. The country, which relies on nuclear plants for over 70% of its electricity, faces a unique challenge: it often produces more power than it can sell, leading to...
It’s no secret that the Bitcoin mining industry is currently going through—and deserves—a harsh come-to-Jesus moment. Transaction fees, which were once a juicy complement to block rewards, are hitting three-year lows. Despite Bitcoin’s current price hovering around $104,648, miners are making less money. The halving had just taken a heavy...
Okay, let's talk about Bitcoin. We've all seen the headlines: mining costs are up. According to recently released TheMinerMag report, the all-in median cost to mine a Bitcoin may exceed $70,000 by Q2 2025. The knee-jerk reaction? Panic! Smaller miners will suffer! It’s the end of the world as we...
Bitcoin miners are beginning to feel the squeeze now more than ever, as the network’s hashrate and mining difficulty continue to break all-time highs. This unprecedented growth creates immense stress on their business operations, affecting overall profitability and future investment plans.As of October 3, 2023, the Bitcoin mining network just...
Meanwhile, France is getting hot and heavy with Bitcoin mining, suggesting an evaluation by the government to see if it could strengthen the national energy grid. The concept is to capture excess electricity, largely from nuclear plants. This new initiative would have the ability to jumpstart blighted, former industrial areas....
