Tag: Mining

Block Inc. shifts focus to Bitcoin mining amid plans to sunset Web5-focused TBD

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Jack Dorsey founded payments firm Block Inc. is pivoting its focus towards the cryptocurrency mining sector. In a Nov. 7 shareholder letter, Block, formerly Square Inc., said it would dial down resources towards its music streaming service TIDAL, and sunset TBD, a venture focusing on decentralizing the internet, to focus on expanding its presence in the Bitcoin mining sector. Block acquired TIDAL in a 2021 acquisition for roughly $300 million, as the streaming service was facing stiff competition and failing to gain traction. The platform has continued to struggle, with…

Bitcoin Mining Stocks Skyrocket as Trump’s White House Win Sparks Crypto Rally

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After last week’s turbulent period, publicly traded bitcoin mining companies rebounded on Wednesday, celebrating a strong performance as Trump clinched the White House. Bitcoin Mining Stocks See Explosive Gains On Nov. 6, bitcoin mining stocks rallied, riding high alongside bitcoin, which hovered at $74.6K by 9:40 a.m. ET on Wednesday. MARA Holdings (MARA), boasting the […] Original

Hut 8’s Cryptocurrency Mining Upgrade Targets 66% Hashrate Growth by 2025

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Q2 Bitcoin Mining Costs Spike To Nearly $50K

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They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn. Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer…

Cryptocurrency Mining Gets Green Light in Russia, Putin Signs New Law

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Russia took a significant step in legalizing cryptocurrency mining in the region. The new law has strict limitations, allowing only specific groups to undertake the activity. A new law signed by President Vladimir Putin now recognizes crypto mining as a legal activity for entities listed in a state registry, local media agency Tass reported. This step signals the country’s desire to embrace the digital economy while controlling its potential financial impact. Who Can Mine Under this new legislation, only Russian legal entities and registered individual entrepreneurs may mine digital currency.…

Bitcoin (BTC) Mining Startup Promises Free Money to Renewable Energy Companies

This is where bitcoin mining, Marr realized, can provide a profitable solution. If a solar plant, or a wind farm, has the ability to convert, nearly instantly, its excess electricity into bitcoin instead of selling it at a loss, renewable energy companies could significantly boost their revenue. That, in turn, would make the financing of new green energy projects more palatable, and reduce the industry’s need for government subsidies. Source