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.


Finance

Riot Blockchain, le géant minier de Bitcoin , ne parvient pas à atteindre les prévisions des analystes pour ses bénéfices au troisième trimestre

Riot a déclaré que ses revenus avaient diminué en raison de la réduction de ses opérations au Texas en raison de la forte demande d'électricité.

A close-up of one of Riot's mining rigs. (Riot Blockchain)

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Marathon Digital CEO: Players With Strongest Balance Sheets Will Survive Crypto Winter

Marathon Digital CEO Fred Thiel discusses the outlook for the bitcoin mining industry as it continues to see fallout from continued market downturn.

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Marathon Digital CEO: We're Bullish on Bitcoin

Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) mined 615 bitcoin (BTC) in October, the highest monthly total in its history. CEO Fred Thiel shares insights into Marathon Digital's business operations and the state of bitcoin mining amid crypto winter.

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Fed Suggests Shift in Tightening Policy; Rogue Actor Disrupts Lightning Network With One Transaction

The U.S. Federal Reserve hinted a potential change in its monetary policy at its latest meeting Wednesday. Twitter user "Burak" (@brqgoo) allegedly created a non-standard Bitcoin transaction that prevented users from opening new Lightning channels. Bitcoin miner Iris Energy (IREN) said some of its mining equipment, owned by special-purpose vehicles, aren't producing enough cash to meet financing obligations.

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Les actions de CORE Scientific, un mineur de Bitcoin en difficulté, continuent de chuter en raison du risque de faillite

Les actions ont chuté de 15 % supplémentaires vendredi après une semaine difficile en raison des difficultés financières et des dégradations des analystes.

Core Scientific facility in North Carolina. (Core Scientific)

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As Bitcoin Teases 100-Day Average, Traders Say Latest Crypto Bounce Looks More Constructive Than August

Risk assets seem to be breaking out bullishly, with bitcoin is challenging its 100-day simple moving average that aborted the August rally. Meanwhile, public miners have slowed their coin sales since June when they ran down their bitcoin inventory by liquidating 350% of the mined coins. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

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US GDP Expands 2.6% in Q3; Core Scientific’s Shares Plummet After Bankruptcy Warning

The U.S. economy rose in the third quarter after two consecutive months of contraction. Shares of the world's largest bitcoin miner, Core Scientific (CORZ), plummeted to as low as 23 cents after the firm warned it could enter into bankruptcy. CFTC Commissioner Christy Goldsmith Romero said crypto echoes the risks of the 2008 financial crisis.

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Bitcoin Miner Core Scientific Shares Plunge After Bankruptcy Warning

The world's largest bitcoin miner, Core Scientific (CORZ), warned that it may have to explore bankruptcy if it fails to improve its financial condition. The warning sent its shares down 77% to as low as 23 U.S. cents. "The Hash" team discusses what this means for the bitcoin mining industry and its community.

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Judge to Appoint Privacy Ombudsman for Celsius Bankruptcy Case; Bitcoin Mining Difficulty at Record High

Rishi Sunak will be the U.K.'s next prime minister following Liz Truss’ controversial exit last week. A U.S. judge presiding over the bankruptcy case of crypto lender Celsius Network has agreed to appoint a consumer privacy ombudsman in the case. Bitcoin mining difficulty jumped over 3% to a new all-time high.

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