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Bitcoin Mining Uses a Lot Less Energy Than Mining Gold

Bitcoin mining is a power-intensive process. However, mining gold apparently requires twenty times more energy in comparison. This is according to Long Hash. However, it is the bitcoin mining power…

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September 20, 2018 0

BTC Hashpower Doubles During Bear Market as Miners Sacrifice Profit for Position

During Brutal Bear Market, Bitcoin Hashpower DoublesAccording to Fundstrat analyst Sam Doctor, it appears Bitcoin Core (BTC) hashpower has doubled since just before the start of summer. That figure is impressive considering the lingering and deep bear market. “Even with upgrades to existing equipment, implies almost 1GW of new power consumption vs 5.2GW in May ’18m” Mr. Doctor tweeted. “Breakeven now […]

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September 17, 2018 0

No IPOs, Major Crypto Mining Tech Companies Focus on Product Innovation

Falling demand for miners in the cryptocurrency industry has forced crypto mining hardware companies to become more creative. This is as hashrates reach new highs and digital currency prices maintain…

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August 28, 2018 0

Verge Is Forced to Fork After Suffering a 51% Attack

Verge Cryptocurrency Falls Prey to a 51% AttackVerge, a ”privacy coin” famed for the zealotry of its community, has fallen prey to a 51% attack. A malevolent miner gained majority control of the network hashrate, a feat that makes it possible for the controlling entity to modify transactions, calling the integrity of the entire blockchain into question. Around 250,000 verge were stolen […]

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April 5, 2018 0

Nuclear Engineers Arrested for Mining Cryptocurrency Using Government Supercomputer

Russian Nuclear Engineers Arrested for Secrectly Mining CryptocurrenciesRussian nuclear scientists working at a top-secret nuclear center have been arrested for allegedly using the center’s computer facilities for the purpose of mining cryptocurrencies. Also Read: Russia’s Largest Bank Caught Employees Mining For Crypto   Russian Nuclear Engineers Arrested for Secrectly Mining Cryptocurrencies Engineers working for the All-Russian Research Institute of Experimental Physics at the Federal […]

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February 10, 2018 0

New York Wants a Piece of the Ever Growing Bitcoin Mining Pie

New York Wants a Piece of the Ever Growing Bitcoin Mining PieWatch out Canada! New York wants a piece of the bitcoin mining market, securing for its residents revenues and jobs that come along with the electricity intensive process. Bitcoin mining might even help revive local economies that once relied on polluting industries.  Also Read: Senate of Nigeria Launches Probe of Bitcoin Trading in the Country […]

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February 6, 2018 0

New US $65 Million Bitcoin Mining Facility is Among Largest Data Centers in North America

New US $65 Million Bitcoin Mining Facility is Among Largest Data Centers in North AmericaVirginia Beach, Virginia isn’t exactly known as a hotbed of bitcoin mining activity, but that appears to be changing, and soon. A local company has sunk 65 million USD into a giant facility, as the resort town attempts to become a hub for data centers. Also read: Have Lunch with Bitcoin Jesus in Paradise 65 Million […]

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January 18, 2018 0

Ludicrous Headlines About Bitcoin Mining Will Kill Us All

Ludicrous Headlines About Bitcoin Mining Will Kill Us AllTo proponents, the words “bitcoin mining” are synonymous with security, value, and financial freedom. To exponents, those same words evoke images of burning tyres, oil slicks, and crying kittens. To say that bitcoin mining evokes strong feelings is like saying Charles Manson was “a bit naughty”. While the amount of energy bitcoin mining uses is […]

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December 10, 2017 0

Gold Mining Company’s Shares Jump 1,300% After Switch to Bitcoin

Gold Mining Company's Shares Jump 1,300% After Switch to BitcoinWith the exponential growth in bitcoin’s price this year and ‘blockchain technology’ becoming the hottest buzzword in the business world it is not surprising that investors are betting on everything crypto-related. The allure of capitalizing on this attraction is so strong, now even regular mining operators are jumping in – and even succeeding in rebranding […]

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December 3, 2017 0

Quebec Attracts Cryptocurrency Miners with Inexpensive Hydropower

Quebec is increasingly becoming a location of interest for bitcoin miners. The Canadian province offering inexpensive electricity and cold winters providing inexpensive cooling. Also Read: Chinese Bitcoin Miners Explore Relocating Abroad Amid Fears of Crackdown A Young Canadian Entrepreneur Told Local Media That Quebec Is Becoming a Hotspot for Mining Mr. Bertrand runs approximately 50 ASICs […]

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November 19, 2017 0