It’s been a rollercoaster week for Bitcoin and other crypto assets. Bitcoin miners, specifically, have been on a tremendous run, some gaining even more than Bitcoin itself. Jason, a blogger at KnowingCoin.com, dives into why this happened, what it means for investors, and whether now is the right time to...
By the fourth quarter of 2024, miners on public exchange took it on the chin—high cost increases, high energy prices. Today, they’re averaging $82,162 in costs to mine one Bitcoin. This amounts to a 47% quarterly increase fueled by increasing input costs, tax obligations and cranking competition. CoinShares data shows...
Okay, let's cut the fluff. We’re discussing Bitcoin, and in recent months, the story has all been “to the moon! But behind the Lambo dreams and laser eyes, a harsh reality is emerging: mining one Bitcoin is costing more than ever. According to a recent report, the average total production...
Bitcoin mining, the backbone of the cryptocurrency network, is facing a significant challenge: soaring costs. Yet as the challenges of mining mount and the regulatory landscape continues to evolve, miners are under duress. This article goes deep into the forces that are pushing costs higher. It further examines the effects...
Bitcoin mining powers the entire cryptocurrency network, but it’s been hitting difficult times as of late. That potent combination of factors is increasing the pressure on miner profitability. From increasing network difficulty and energy costs to Bitcoin price fluctuations and trade barriers, miners are dealing with a new reality. This...
Bitcoin’s hashrate seems to have made a full recovery, returning to the index value it occupied at the beginning of the month. This follows a period of incredible expansions and all-time records. This dramatic oscillation provides a glimpse into the recent tumultuous world of Bitcoin mining and what drives changed...
The Bitcoin hashrate has taken a dip. A noticeable one. After a jump to all-time highs in the first half of April, we’ve watched it retrace, nearly wiping out those recent gains. The question everyone's asking (or should be asking) is: what does this mean? Or is it really the...
Okay, look. Everyone’s losing their minds that the Bitcoin hashrate took a nosedive. Calm down. Seriously. Now I’m reading headlines loudly announcing that miners are fleeing and boom, the FUD begins. I’m here to tell you the opposite. This isn’t a death knell, it’s a detox. Think of it like...
Is the current financial system rigged? Absolutely. Are we passing on a lousy deal to younger generations? Without a doubt. And emerging is a potentially real alternative that, if successful, truly could create a more level playing field. Maybe. That maybe is ZA Miner's new free cloud mining platform, and...
We know that the world of cryptocurrency mining can be intimidating, full of costly rigs and complex vocabulary. Now picture having that same freedom without breaking the bank. What if you could learn to do so without having to turn yourself into a technology expert? ZA Miner aspires to democratize...
Ethereum seems to be going through a major influx of interest and investment, resulting in a breakout price movement. There are at least five interconnected reasons for this rally. Substantial institutional inflows, Robinhood’s recent foray into Layer 2 solutions, and shifting supply dynamics are all major factors. This article breaks...
Okay, let's be real. You've probably heard the buzz: Ethereum's on the rise. This isn't just another pump-and-dump story. We’re not just talking about a change, we’re talking about a large fundamental shift, a tectonic plate movement in the financial landscape. Put aside all the fancy charts and graphs for...
Okay, let's talk crypto. You've seen the headlines: Solana ETF launched, but...crickets? The hard underperformance in relation to Ethereum is raising a lot of eyebrows. Truthfully, it ought to enrage you. Is the SEC slightly, or perhaps less so, shading Solana, while golden-childing Ethereum? It sure feels that way.SEC's Stance:...
Robinhood’s taking a similar plunge into Ethereum—with their own Ethereum Layer-2 network. Institutional investors are pouring billions into ETH. Almost a third of all Ether is currently locked, creating a potential supply squeeze as we described here. So it’s all rosy futures and unicorns for the Boomer generation, yeah? Maybe....
We're told staking is the future. A future of trustless banking, enhanced privacy, and generating crypto yield. How do we know this utopian dream isn’t just a very well masked desert mirage twinkling in the distance? I think it's time we acknowledge the elephant in the digital room: staking, as...
Okay, let's be real. Almost everyone assumed Solana would moon after the ETF launch. I mean, a Solana ETF! It makes this clunking sound, like a rocket ship poised for lift-off. Thus far, the story the numbers are telling is the exact opposite. Ethereum is still king. Why? Here’s my...
Cryptocurrency staking is undergoing a historic sea change. New approaches like Distributed Validation Technology (DVT) and Rainbow Staking are paving the path forward. These innovations are more than just incremental progress. They represent an important step toward a more decentralized, accessible, and resilient staking ecosystem. This article looks in depth...
Forget boring bank accounts! Staking crypto is on the verge of blowing up and you’ll want to be in place to win big when it does. Think of it like this: your crypto is throwing a party, and you get paid to attend. It’s no longer enough to simply HODL—the...