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Nico Smid
- 5 min​
Bitcoin’s first quarter of 2025 has been a turbulent one, marking its worst performance since 2019. Despite this Michael Saylor, remains bullish on Bitcoin announcing another purchase. Meanwhile, the Trump brothers have entered the Bitcoin mining scene, partnering with Hut 8. As the network hashrate begins to recover in March,…
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Firmware for Maximum Profit, Efficiency, and Longevity
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Nico Smid
- 5 min​
Maximizing profitability in Bitcoin mining requires more than just the latest hardware—it’s about optimizing performance by applying customized firmware and strategic operational approaches. This article dives into the options provided by customized firmware, explores dynamic mining strategies like real-time fleet…
Do or Die for S19 and M30S+ Miners
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Nico Smid
- 5 min​
Over 25% of Bitcoin miners are at a crossroads as tight profitability persists. The current hashprice has pushed dominant machines like the S19 and M30s+ to operate near or below break-even levels, forcing miners to make critical decisions about upgrades…
Bitcoin Mining 2024 Review – Trends, Insights and the Road Ahead
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Nico Smid
- 10 min​
The Bitcoin mining industry experienced a landmark year in 2024, marked by historic achievements and significant milestones that reshaped the landscape for miners worldwide. In our Bitcoin Mining 2024 Review we provide an in-depth analysis of the sector’s key developments,…
Bitcoin Mining Heat Reuse, From Waste to Opportunity
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Nico Smid
- 5 min​
Bitcoin mining generates significant amounts of heat, often treated as an unwanted by-product and wasted. However, as competition intensifies and profit margins tighten, miners are increasingly exploring innovative ways to optimize their operations. Repurposing the heat produced by mining machines…
Bitcoin Holiday Discount and Record Breaking Hashrate Deployment
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Nico Smid
- 5 min​
The Bitcoin market and mining sector are never boring. Over the past week, we saw Bitcoin retrace more than 15% after reaching an all-time high. Bitcoin ETFs also surpassed gold ETFs in total assets under management, while a record amount…
Not All FPPS Pool Pay-outs Are Created Equal
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Nico Smid
- 8 min​
Full Pay Per Share (FPPS) pools have emerged as a dominant pay-out model, offering miners predictable earnings and reducing risks associated with network variance. But how do FPPS pools calculate rewards, and how do these pools differ from each other?…
Mining Bitcoin with Wind & Solar
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Nico Smid
- 5 min​
The global shift toward renewable energy is reshaping how we generate and consume power. Renewable energy sources like solar and wind are at the forefront of this transformation. However, despite their promise, renewables face significant challenges, from high upfront costs…
Maximizing Profits by Combining Self-Mining and Hosting
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Nico Smid
- 5 min​
Bitcoin mining is always changing, so staying competitive means finding new ways to grow and adapt. Many miners stick to things like selling ASIC machines or offering repair services, and while those are good strategies, there’s one that works even…
Digital Gold and Corporate Game Theory
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Nico Smid
- 6 min​
Bitcoin has been making headlines with its price surging toward six-figure levels, as the digital asset passed the $2 trillion market cap, reinforcing its status as the “Digital Gold” of the 21st century. The consolidation of hashrate across the network…
Rethinking the Bitcoin Mining Cycle
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Nico Smid
- 4 min​
Bitcoin mining has often been described as a cyclical industry, deeply intertwined with Bitcoin’s price movements. A popular theory divides the mining cycle into four distinct phases: Mining Gold Rush, Inventory Flush, Shakeout, and Rebalancing. While this framework provides a…