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Nico Smid
- 5 min
After experiencing extraordinarily high profit margins due to surging transaction fees right after the halving, hashprice has plummeted to historic low levels. This puts many miners on the network in a tough position. But what consequences are we seeing in the market? Let’s take a look at the impact of…
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Will Miners Enjoy the Halving Party?
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Nico Smid
- 6 min
With the Halving happening in a couple of days, it’s an exciting week. However, while many Bitcoiners are organizing parties, miners are holding their breath. Will BTC price break down? Will inscriptions boost transaction fees and save the day? Will…
Mining Ban Paraguay; a Hundred Million Dollar Mistake
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Nico Smid
- 5 min
Paraguay’s abundant and inexpensive hydroelectric power makes it an attractive location for Bitcoin mining, attracting significant industry growth in recent years and hosting major players like Bitfarms and Marathon Digital. However, the rise of illegal crypto mining operations, which have…
Q1 2024 Bitcoin Mining Review
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Nico Smid
- 9 min
Bitcoin mining years can feel like dog years, with each quarter resembling a full calendar year of activity. The first quarter of this year was particularly eventful, marked by significant developments. ETF approval propelled BTC price to new all-time highs,…
ASIC Miner Repair: A Strategic Approach for Bitcoin Mining Operators
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Nico Smid
- 5 min
In the fast-paced world of Bitcoin mining operations, where every decision can impact profitability, the importance of understanding ASIC repair cannot be overstated. Evaluating the risk/reward decision on whether to attempt a repair job requires a thorough understanding of each…
ETF’s Inflows, BTC Flips Silver & Hashprice Yearly High
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Nico Smid
- 4 min
The continued bullish price action has propelled Bitcoin into price discovery territory, leading BTC to surpass silver in market capitalization. Mining activities are surging, with hashrate hitting record highs, which will likely trigger an upcoming increase in difficulty. With transaction…
Unlocking the Bitcoin Halving: Essential Insights for Mining Success
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Nico Smid
- 7 min
MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor predicts that Bitcoin could potentially reach $5 million, while Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest suggests it could exceed $1 million by 2030. Fundstrat’s Tom Lee has unveiled a $150,000 Bitcoin price target for 2024. These bullish forecasts from…
Hashprice Benefits from Bullish Price Action
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Nico Smid
- 4 min
Bitcoin’s price has surged to levels last seen in November 2021, with ETFs emerging as the main driver behind this bullish price action. Greed is starting to dominate market sentiment amidst this rise. Despite low transaction fees, hashprice has emerged…
How to Leverage the Hashrate Forward Curve
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Nico Smid
- 4 min
As adoption of the Luxor Hashprice non-deliverable forward contract grows, the forward curve becomes an increasingly valuable data point for ensuring the future viability of your mining fleet. In this edition of The Bitcoin Mining Block Post, we’ll explore what…