- Nico Smid
- 6 min​
With speculation swirling about the possibility of a Bitcoin strategic reserve during Trump’s first 100 days in office, Bitcoin saw a spike leading up to and on the day of his inauguration. As sentiment around Bitcoin evolves, institutional interest continues to grow, with Bitcoin ETF assets under management approaching record…
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Adapt or Die, Miners Explore Alternative Strategies in Tough Times
- Nico Smid
- 4 min​
Bitcoin’s price has rebounded following a significant rate cut, while the network hashrate experienced its second-largest drop of the year, partially influenced by the rise of Fractal Bitcoin. The hashrate declines prompts a downwards difficulty adjustment, hashprice shows signs of…
Maximizing Mining Profitability Through Hashrate Marketplace Sales
- Nico Smid
- 6 min​
The concept of a hashrate marketplace is rapidly gaining traction as a game-changer for both miners and investors. These online platforms offer a dynamic space where users can buy and sell the computational power required for mining various cryptocurrencies. For…
Is AI/HPC A Lifesaver for Bitcoin Miners?
- Nico Smid
- 6 min​
The rapid rise of ChatGPT has underscored the explosive growth of artificial intelligence (AI), driving an unprecedented demand for Nvidia GPUs as tech giants scramble to secure the computing power necessary to fuel their AI services. With the compute intensity…
Record Low Hashprice Can’t Stop Hashrate Surging Past 700 EH/s
- Nico Smid
- 5 min​
While Bitcoin’s price recovers from another setback, the network hashrate surged, breaking through the 700 EH/s level. The bearish price action has driven hashprice back to all-time lows. Will September once again be the worst-performing month, as it has been…
Hydro Cooled Bitcoin Mining
- Nico Smid
- 5 min​
Hydro cooling, or water cooling, uses water as a cooling medium to effectively dissipate heat from mining hardware. This technique has become increasingly popular among operators due to its superior efficiency and the ability to achieve high hashrate density. But…
Bitcoin Mining Market Shifts Slowly
- Nico Smid
- 5 min​
Bitcoin price is slowly signalling renewed bullish sentiment among traders. Network hashrate is nearing an all-time high, and projections suggest a strong finish to the year, with significant growth potential on the horizon. Hashprice is slowly recovering from its recent…
Price-Based Demand Response Strategies
- Nico Smid
- 4 min​
Demand response plays a critical role in optimizing energy usage in Bitcoin mining, especially in regions with variable electricity rates. Understanding how miners can adjust operations in response to price signals and grid needs is essential for profitability. This article…
Will the Bitcoin Mining Bull Ever Return?
- Nico Smid
- 5 min​
The Bitcoin mining industry has faced significant challenges in recent months. As the market continues to navigate these turbulent waters, miners are experiencing unprecedented pressures on profitability. From record-breaking hashrate levels to historic lows in hashprice, the current state of…
The BitAxe Mining Revolution
- Nico Smid
- 5 min​
BitAxe is a open-source hardware designed to democratize Bitcoin mining, making it accessible to everyone. With a focus on diversity, decentralization, and community collaboration, BitAxe offers options for both solo and pool mining. This article explores various BitAxe models, including…