Recently, the top three bitcoin mining rig manufacturers unveiled a group of next-generation products with efficiency ratings of less than 20 joules per terahash (J/T) and powerful hashrates. In total, Bitmain, Canaan, and Microbt released seven new devices. The following provides a look at the machines’ current profitability using prevailing BTC exchange rates. A Look […]
Pennsylvania State House Committee Passes Bill on ‘Reporting Requirements’ for Crypto Miners
The Environmental Resources and Energy Committee of the Pennsylvania General Assembly recently passed a bill which proposes “reporting requirements for qualifying crypto-asset mining operations.” Sponsor of the draft legislation Greg Vitali said the bill “doesn’t prohibit any cryptocurrency operation from operating in any way.” Reporting Requirements for Crypto Miners The Pennsylvania House Environmental Resources and […]
Bitcoin Miners Sail Through Over 400 Difficulty Changes With 13 More Anticipated Before the Halving
In 189 days or 27,000 blocks, Bitcoin’s block reward is anticipated to halve. Within this period, around 13 adjustments in Bitcoin’s difficulty are expected. The network’s difficulty indicates the complexity of finding a hash below a particular target, essentially representing the computational power needed to mine a block. This self-regulation, embedded in Bitcoin’s code, ensures […]
With Bitcoin’s Fourth Halving Under 200 Days Out, What’s at Stake for Miners?
With fewer than 200 days to go, anticipation mounts for the halving, a four-year event that halves the supply rate. Bitcoin’s fourth halving is projected to take place on or around April 24, 2024. This comprehensive guide will help you understand the halving’s effects and what to anticipate. The Countdown to Halving and Understanding the […]
Bitcoin Miners Brace for Increased Challenge as Network Difficulty Hits New High of 57.32 Trillion
On October 3, 2023, at block height 810,432, the Bitcoin network experienced its second consecutive difficulty increase since September 19. The challenge of uncovering block rewards escalated as the difficulty reached a new pinnacle, rising by 0.35% to 57.32 trillion on Tuesday. Bitcoin Network Difficulty Peaks at 57.32 Trillion For the subsequent fortnight, Bitcoin miners […]