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Bitcoin mining in China rebounds, defying 2021 ban
(Reuters) -Bitcoin mining is quietly staging a comeback in China despite being banned four years ago, as individual and corporate miners exploit cheap electricity and a data center boom in some energy-rich provinces, according to miners and industry data. China had been the world’s biggest crypto mining country until Beijing banned all cryptocurrency trading and mining in 2021, citing threats to the country’s financial stability and energy conservation.
NIP Group Appoints Carl Agren to Board and COO of Digital Computing Division
10.09.25 14:30 GlobeNewswire Appointment Strengthens NIP Group’s Strategic Expansion in Digital Computing Infrastructure and Bitcoin Mining Appointment Strengthens NIP Group’s Strategic Expansion in Digital Computing Infrastructure and Bitcoin Mining zur Originalmeldung Alle Aktien des Tages Aktienanalysen News Kolumnen Videos
Tether Joins Ocean Mining Pool to Boost Bitcoin Network Decentralisation
Tether will redirect its Bitcoin mining power to Ocean, a decentralised mining pool founded by core dev Luke Dashjr, to counter centralised block-building dominance. The move aligns with Tether’s mission to support Bitcoin decentralisation and uses Ocean’s Datum protocol, enabling miners to generate their own block templates. Tether (USDT) is moving its global Bitcoin mining power to Ocean, a decentralised mining pool launched by Bitcoin core developer Luke Dashjr.
Trump Family Backs Bitcoin Miner Merge to Establish World's Largest Mining Firm Original
Trump family members support a new venture aimed at building the world’s largest Bitcoin mining operation, with Hut 8 taking a majority stake in American Bitcoin. The consolidation will merge mining hardware under the American Bitcoin brand to create a focused, efficient pure-play miner and build a strategic Bitcoin reserve.
How Bitcoin Mining Drives Global Energy Development in 2025: Top Cloud Mining Sites
Bitcoin mining is a process of obtaining cryptocurrency, and it has a profound impact on the global energy industry. As the Bitcoin network expands, miners are required to consume large amounts of electricity to maintain the blockchain’s security. So, this demand is becoming a part of the energy market. By 2025, Bitcoin mining is gradually driving global energy growth, especially in regions with abundant but underutilized electricity resources. Those regions are Kazakhstan, Ethiopia, and Bhutan.
Government of Bhutan Transfers $63M of Bitcoin to 3 Wallets
The government of Bhutan has transferred 721.46BTC, worth approximately US$63.24M, to three newly created wallets over the past 24 hours. The main wallet still holds US$890M worth of cryptocurrencies, with the overwhelming majority of these funds being held in Bitcoin. Speculation exists as to whether this could signal a shift in Bhutan’s strategy regarding the custody and management of its assets. The Government of Bhutan has embraced Bitcoin as a reserve asset.
SEC Clears Air on Crypto: Proof-of-Work Mining Not a Security Under Certain Conditions
The SEC clarified that PoW mining on permissionless networks isn’t deemed an “offer and sale of securities” under the 1933 Act if specific conditions are met. The regulator stated that mining is an administrative activity — securing the network, validating transactions and earning rewards based on computational contribution. The ruling applies to individual miners, mining pools and operators, aligning with the SEC’s broader move to drop lawsuits against major crypto firms.
Bitcoin Mining Stocks Wobble as Miner Profitability Drops, JPMorgan Reports
Bitcoin experienced significant price volatility in late February and early March, with values fluctuating between US$78,452 and US$94,727. JPMorgan reported a collective 22% drop in mining stocks and a 5% decrease in mining revenue, with miners averaging US$54,300 per EH/s. Marathon Digital (MARA) reported a 6% decline in blocks won and Bitcoin production, attributing this to February’s shorter month and increased network difficulty.
Engineer Eyes Landfill Purchase in Quest to Recover $1.2 Billion Bitcoin Treasure
A Welsh Computer engineer is going to great lengths to try and find his hard drive containing approximately 8,000 BTC. The drive was thrown out over a decade ago and supposedly sits in a landfill. Howells has been trying to gain access to the landfill for years but has been rejected by the local council and the UK High Court. His final play could be to buy the entire landfill in the hope of finally recovering his billions of BTC.
With More American Oil, Bitcoin Mining and Oil Backed Crypto Shall Flourish (and AI, Yes)
With More American Oil, Bitcoin Mining and Oil Backed Crypto Shall Flourish (and AI, Yes) by @maken8 4 executive orders were signed by President Trump allowing America to tap its vast oil wealth to enrich itself. This will make oil cheaper and more readily available everywhere. Which imo is a good thing for Bitcoin, AI, oil backed cryptocurrency projects, and the world economy at large. Let the oil flow.
Bitcoin Boom Towns: Vancouver Eyes BTC Investment, Bern Backs Mining Move
Switzerland’s Bern advances a proposal to use excess energy for Bitcoin mining, aiming to boost crypto innovation. The feasibility study in Bern will assess environmental, energy and regulatory impacts of Bitcoin mining. Meanwhile, Vancouver proposes adding Bitcoin to its investment portfolio, targeting financial diversification and stability. Donald Trump’s proposed Bitcoin reserve is still a possibility and indeed Senator Cynthia Lummis confirmed the plans post-election.
Satoshi Era Wallet Worth $77 Million, Moves BTC Mined in 2009
To have mined Bitcoin back in 2009 – it’s everyone in the community’s “what if” scenario. Except, for some, this dream was actually a reality. A 15-year-old Satoshi-era wallet sprung to life after decades of dormancy, moving 5 BTC out of its 1.2k in holdings. These Bitcoins, mined on an everyday PC, are now worth a whopping US $77m – and have been held since the coin was practically valueless.
CryptoQuant Report Shows China Still Leads in Bitcoin Mining Despite Ban
Despite a 2021 ban, China continues to lead in Bitcoin mining hashrate distribution. The US, Kazakhstan, and Russia are experiencing growth in mining activities, with the US share increasing steadily. CryptoQuant’s CEO highlighted that US miners are mostly institutional, contrasting with China’s smaller-scale operations. The rivalry in crypto policies between the US and China could benefit the global industry, as other countries also vie for a share.
Bhutan Becomes Fourth-Largest Nation HODLing Bitcoin, with Currently 13,011 BTC
The Royal Government of Bhutan holds 13,011 BTC, making it one of the largest Bitcoin-holding nation-states. Arkham Intelligence revealed the nation’s Bitcoin holdings, worth around US$780 million, by identifying the country’s Bitcoin addresses. Unlike many governments, Bhutan’s BTC comes from its Bitcoin mining operations rather than law enforcement asset seizures. You probably haven’t heard of it, but the Royal Government of Bhutan is one of the largest Bitcoin holders.
Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Reaches New All-time High, Will Price Follow?
Bitcoin mining difficulty has hit a record high, rising by 3.5%, increasing competition among miners. High operational costs are making it challenging for miners to remain profitable, especially with rising difficulty and reduced margins, an expert said. Bitcoin mining difficulty has reached a record high, reflecting increasing competition among companies mining the cryptocurrency, according to data from crypto-mining tracker CoinWarz.
Glassnode: Bitcoin Hash Rate Hits New Highs, Yet On-Chain Exchange Volumes Show Investor Hesitancy
Bitcoin’s hash rate approaches an all-time high, reflecting strong miner confidence despite low revenue and high production costs. Trading volumes on exchanges have declined, showing decreased interest from investors and speculators. Bitcoin ETFs experience outflows, yet they still attract more attention than Ethereum ETFs. Despite challenging market conditions, miners continue to upgrade hardware, increasing both hash rate and mining difficulty.
Whales with 100+ BTC Hit 17-Month High, Buying Bitcoin by the Minute
Adam Back reports whales buying large amounts of BTC since OG’s dip below US$58K. In August, large holders accumulated over 133,300 BTC from smaller traders. Whale wallets increased by 283, reaching a 17-month high of 16,120 such wallets. 13 of the top 25 new ETF launches in 2024 are Bitcoin or Ethereum-related, underscoring institutional confidence. While the crypto market continues its sideways action, one popular activity is to go whale watching.
Russia Soon to Start Crypto Exchange Trials and Digital Cross-Border Payments
Russia has moved toward embracing cryptocurrency to avoid sanctions imposed by Western governments following the nation’s invasion of Ukraine. Reports have surfaced that the Russian government is commencing trials to determine if cross-country crypto settlements could improve the financial situation for local businesses dealing with China and other international banks. The trials will utilise Russia’s National Payment Card System, regulated by the nation’s central bank.
Bitcoin Mining Is In Peril, But Trump Can Save It By Keeping This Campaign Promise
The following is a guest post by Kadan Stadelmann, CTO of Komodo Blockchain. Bitcoin miner centralization threatens Bitcoin, but former President Donald Trump’s pledge to slash energy prices can ensure its decentralization. Bitcoin mining pools, the majority of Bitcoin mining being done, appear to be centralized in China around a handful of entities—with Chinese mining pools making up approximately 54% of the Bitcoin hashrate, according to blockchain analytics firm CryptoQuant.
Compass Mining: Breaking Into Bitcoin
For the second installation of Breaking Into Bitcoin, Andy Thompson joins Curtis Harris once again to discuss Bitcoin hiring, recruiting and how to get started in the Bitcoin industry today. In the episode, Andy and Curtis touch on the following: - Look beyond traditional Bitcoin companies when hiring and consider candidates with relevant skills and expertise from other industries. - Optimize your resume with keywords and tailor it to each job you apply for.
Compensating Bitcoin Miners For Using Clean Energy With Elliot David From The Sustainable Bitcoin Protocol on Apple Podcasts
In this episode, Jarrett chats with Elliot David from the Sustainable Bitcoin Protocol (SBP) where they discuss how Bitcoin can play a role in advancing green energy solutions and the importance of sustainability in the Bitcoin mining industry. Elliot explains how SBP aims to unlock climate-aligned capital by providing auditable proof of sustainable Bitcoin mining.
Putin Signs Law to Allow Crypto Trading on Russian Platforms and Mining
Russia has officially legalised crypto mining to circumvent Western sanctions, with the new law regulating and overseeing mining activities. The law enables crypto as a form of payment in foreign exchange and allows the Bank of Russia to create an electronic platform for crypto transactions while retaining the authority to ban risky activities. An experimental regime starting in September 2024 will enable cross-border payments and trading using cryptocurrencies.
Compass Mining: The Check In
Tyler Cohoon joins Jarrett Carpenter for a new Check In to discuss Compass Mining's Parts Store, which is a newly launched online platform providing reliable and quick access to replacement parts for miners. Designed to address sourcing challenges and long lead times, the store offers shipping within a week, compared to the month-long waits when ordering from overseas. Customers can purchase parts individually or in bulk, with varying minimum order quantities.
Transforming Communities With Bitcoin Featuring Justin Rhedrick on Apple Podcasts
Justin Rhedrick, author, educator and Bitcoiner, joins Jarrett on the podcast this episode to share all about his work in Bitcoin post serving time.
Compass Mining: The Check In
Jarrett Carpenter and Tyler Cohoon check in on current bitcoin mining news, as well as discuss the current political environment around Bitcoin, which was a main theme of the recent Bitcoin Conference in Nashville, TN. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/hVhuIy5DY08 Compass Mining is a Bitcoin-first company dedicated to democratizing the mining process and making it easy for those looking to delve into the world of Bitcoin mining.
Russia Moves to Legalise International Crypto Transfers and Mining with New Laws to Challenge US
Russia passes legislation to streamline cryptocurrency transactions and utilise it for international payments amid sanctions. The new laws include measures to legalise crypto mining and use cryptocurrencies in foreign trade, overseen by the Bank of Russia. This regulatory shift aims to boost Russia’s global crypto mining stature and ensure compliance with national security and financial regulations.
Plan B Comes Out with Bullish Prediction: BTC Price Ready to Double Very Soon
PlanB, creator of the S2F model, believes Bitcoin could double in the next 3 to 5 months He states that miner revenue has bottomed, leading to harder mining difficulty Most of the crypto market is in the red, with BTC and ETH down 1.5% and 4.8% in the last seven days. The crypto market has been quiet lately, as there’s been a sense of stability over the weekend.
Behind The Scenes Future Focused Convos With Jen Szymczak & Shanon Squires on Apple Podcasts
This episode join Jarrett as he sits down and chats candidly with Jen Symczak, Director of People, and Shanon Squires, Chief Mining Officer, as they discuss a variety of topics focused around the future for Compass Mining.
Willy Woo Cites Bullish Macro Signals, But There’s a Catch
Bitcoin and friends have almost fully recovered from the early July struggles, with spot Ether ETFs approved and the worst of the sell-off storm weathered. Analyst Willy Woo also notes that miner capitulation is nearing an end, which will alleviate even more downward pressure on BTC’s price. It’s not all roses for the coin though, as exchange inventory trends upward and investors consider re-allocating assets to spot Ether ETFs. The crypto market has entered an interesting phase.
Navigating Bitcoin Nashville 2024 With CJ Burnett and Curtis Harris & Meet Our CEO With Paul Gosker on Apple Podcasts
CJ Burnett, Chief Revenue Officer, joins Curtis Harris, Director of Marketing & Business Development, to discuss Compass Mining's objectives and plans for Bitcoin 2024 in Nashville.
Finding Your Career In Bitcoin With Andy Thompson From The Bitcoin Talent Company on Apple Podcasts
Andy Thompson, Co-Founder of Bitcoin Talent Company, joins Curtis Harris on the podcast to share his story - how he got into Bitcoin, why he formed The BTC and touches upon the following themes and more as they relate to finding your career in Bitcoin: ⛏️⚡️ Bitcoin Talent Company focuses on matching the right talent with the right roles in the Bitcoin industry. ⛏️⚡️ Hiring for Bitcoin mining operations can be challenging due to the specific skills and expertise required.
Survey Shows Majority Still Expects New Crypto High, 20% Believe in Supercycle
CoinGecko surveyed over 2,500 participants, among them traders, investors, and builders, between June and early July. Investors had the highest hopes for a renewed crypto market bull run. At least 20% of participants believe a supercycle might start soon. A new survey from CoinGecko reveals that most crypto market participants remain bullish in the long run. The CoinGecko survey asked over 2,500 participants where they think the currency crypto cycle is in.
Analyst Says Miner Capitulation Continues, Expect Choppy Crypto Markets
Miner capitulation occurs when profitability for mining Bitcoin falls to the point that some miners have to exit the scene and liquidate assets. The Bitcoin halving can play a major role in this, as the blockchain event literally halves profitability for each block successfully verified. Analyst Ki Young Ju believes market rebounds can occur when the daily mining yield is 40% of the annual average.
Energizing Bitcoin & Balancing The Grid With Kam Tower Of CPower on Apple Podcasts
Kam Tower of C-Power joins the podcast to discuss the role of energy in Bitcoin mining, the importance of virtual power plants (VPPs) in balancing the grid and overall how the growth of energy demand and lagging supply will come together to ensure progress is energized stateside. The episode touches upon the following themes and more: ⛏️⚡️ C-Power is a leader in virtual power plant development, working with various industries to monetize their flexibility and provide value to the grid.
CryptoQuant: BTC Miner Capitulation May Signal Bottom
Home BitcoinCryptoQuant: BTC Miner Capitulation May Signal Bottom By Aaron Feuerstein In Bitcoin, Bitcoin Mining, Investing Marathon Digital Holdings holds 18,536 BTC valued over US$1.1 billion, opting not to sell in June despite plans for future sales to manage operations. The recent Bitcoin halving has reduced miner profitability, pushing less efficient miners towards capitulation while Marathon aims to expand and enhance efficiency.
Circle Gains EU Stablecoin License, Is First to Be MiCA Compliant
Circle has been registered in France as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI), making it the first global stablecoin issuer to achieve compliance with the EU’s MiCA cryptocurrency regulations. Circle’s USDC and EURC stablecoins are now the only major stablecoins that are fully compliant with the EU’s regulatory framework.
Preparing For Bitcoin Nashville 2024 With Brandon Green on Apple Podcasts
As The Bitcoin conference in Nashville approaches, Jarrett sits down with Brandon Green, who's in charge of the 2024 event, to dive into the world's biggest and best Bitcoin conference. This episode dives into various topics surrounding the conference including and not limited to: ⛏️⚡️ The political implications of Bitcoin and its role in the current economic landscape.
Advocating For Tomorrow With The Satoshi Action Fund Featuring Dennis Porter on Apple Podcasts
Dennis Porter, Founder of the Satoshi Action Fund, joins Curtis Harris on the podcast to discuss the work of the fund in engaging with government politics and advocating for Bitcoin. The Satoshi Action Fund aims to make the United States a leader in Bitcoin and protect the technology through engaging with government politics and advocating for Bitcoin.
Shifting The Bitcoin Mining Narrative With Lee Bratcher Of The Texas Blockchain Council on Apple Podcasts
Lee Bratcher, Founder of the Texas Blockchain Council - a trade association that focuses on policy and regulatory work, as well as business development and narrative crafting for blockchain industries, joins the pod to discuss the need to change the narrative around Bitcoin mining, both locally in Texas and nationally.
EU’s Largest Telco Deutsche Telekom to Enter Bitcoin Mining
The weekend’s BTC Prague Conference revealed several European innovators’ desire to enter the crypto sphere. Perhaps the biggest name was Deutsche Telekom, Europe’s largest telecom provider, committing to begin mining Bitcoin in the near future. Interestingly, Deutsche Telekom are set to introduce “digital monetary photosynthesis”, a novel way for companies to engage in Bitcoin mining in a sustainable maner. Bitcoin has arrived.
Bitcoin Mining Site Development, Training & Safety With Dylan Perry ⛏️⚡️ on Apple Podcasts
Dylan Perry, our Operations, Training and Safety Manager, joins the pod to discusses the evolution of Bitcoin mining, the challenges of setting up mining sites, and the importance of training and safety in the industry. This episode covers a wide range of topics related to Bitcoin mining site development, operations, training and safety, as well as the following: ⛏️⚡️ Bitcoin mining has evolved from hobbyist setups to industrial-scale operations with thousands of ASIC miners on site.
Building Community With Bitcoin Mining Featuring Brad James on Apple Podcasts
Brad James, from Mining with Brad, is an OG Bitcoiner and Bitcoin Miner. On this episode, Brad joins the podcast to discuss his work decentralizing the Bitcoin Mining network via his work with his own brand, Mining With Brad, and how he's helped people from across 4 continents to get up and running with Bitcoin Mining.
Analyzing Bitcoin Mining Stocks In 2024 With Anthony Power on Apple Podcasts
Anthony Power, co-founder of Power Mining Analysis, joins the podcast to discuss Bitcoin Mining stocks, as we dive into Q3 of 2024. Anthony also shares about his military and finance/accounting background and how they've lent to his current role as one of the world's lead Bitcoin Mining stocks analyst. In the episode, Anthony shares on the following: The challenges of covering a large number of miners in his monthly updates and the importance of regular updates from miners.
BlackRock Bought 9x More Bitcoin Than Was Mined Yesterday
Inflows into Bitcoin ETFs surged by over US$300m in one day this week. BlackRock’s IBIT ETF saw the most gains, adding US$290m in Bitcoin, to challenge Greyscale’s Bitcoin Trust as the world’s largest Bitcoin ETF. While all eyes have been on Ethereum’s price rise driven by imminent regulatory approval of ETH ETFs, investor funds have been pouring into Bitcoin Spot ETFs—a massive US$305.7 million of inflows were seen on May 21, the highest one-day total so far this month.
Accelerated By Compass With Curtis Harris & Shanon Squires on Apple Podcasts
Accelerated by Compass (ABC) is a Bitcoin Mining managed services offering from Compass Mining that provides a full stack of services to clients at any stage of development. The ABC services offered include: Procurement and construction Operations and management Energy optimization Monetizing infrastructure Aside from the aforementioned services, ABC can help clients with various aspects of Bitcoin mining, such as site selection, infrastructure procurement, operations, and more.
Venezuela Implements Crypto Mining Ban to Safeguard Electricity Supply, Says It’s to Crack Down on Corruption
Venezuelan government disconnects crypto miners from the national grid due to significant electricity demand. The move follows the seizure of thousands of mining devices, part of a broader crackdown on corruption affecting various state agencies. Economic challenges and political instability have led to massive emigration and dependence on activities like Bitcoin mining for survival.
Game On: Immutable zkEVM Introduces $50M Rewards Program for Ethereum Gamers
Immutable zkEVM, an Ethereum gaming platform, has unveiled The Main Quest—a groundbreaking rewards program offering up to $50 million in token rewards to players. This initiative aims to incentivise users of the Immutable zkEVM network, a layer-2 Ethereum gaming platform powered by Polygon zkEVM technology.
Mark Cuban Sounds Alarm on Bitcoin as Transaction Fees Plunge Post-Halving Original
The Bitcoin halving reduced miner rewards from 6.25 to 3.125 BTC at block 840,000, coinciding with high transaction fees due to the Runes launch. Fees initially surged to over US$146 for medium-priority and $170 for high-priority transactions, but have since decreased to around $16. Mark Cuban suggests miners might pivot to AI, exploiting high GPU demand, as mining’s economics shift post-halving.
Miners Celebrate Runes Debut As Casey Rodarmor's Protocol Drives Up Fees
Bitcoin’s weekend halving cut miner profits by reducing BTC issuance, but the Runes protocol launch offset losses with significant fee increases. Runes, developed by Casey Rodarmor, boosted transaction costs to nearly US$128, funnelling a record US$107.8 million into miner wallets. Despite criticism, Runes simplifies token creation on Bitcoin, emphasising efficiency without needing off-chain data or a native token.
Bitcoin Miners Are Overvalued Warns Analyst, Stocks Could Plummet Further
Bitcoin mining stocks have taken a hit over the past few weeks, amid BTC’s price slide and the impending supply drop cutting profitability. Anthony Power warns that mining stocks could fall further – but this may present a buying opportunity for savvy investors. He believes that in the long-term, Bitcoin mining will recover from the current bearish conditions, especially once the halving has been properly priced-in.
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