Bitcoin Mining

Bitcoin mining is the process by which new bitcoins are created and transactions are verified and added to the blockchain network. It involves powerful computers solving complex mathematical problems to secure the Bitcoin network and maintain its decentralized nature. Individuals, companies, and even specialized mining pools participate in this process, known as miners. These miners play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and security of the Bitcoin network. As the number of bitcoins in circulation is limited, mining also serves as a means of distributing new bitcoins. Miners are rewarded with newly minted bitcoins for their computational efforts and the energy they contribute to the network. Bitcoin mining has evolved over time, with the advent of more efficient hardware and the rise of mining farms. These farms, often operated by companies, leverage economies of scale to maximize their mining capabilities. Additionally, mining protocols and algorithms have been developed to adapt to the increasing computational power and maintain the network's stability. Crypto exchanges facilitate the trading of bitcoins, allowing miners to convert their earned bitcoins into traditional currencies or other cryptocurrencies. This dynamic ecosystem of people, companies, protocols, and blockchain networks collectively contribute to the functioning and growth of Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market.

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Biden Administration Pushes for Punitive Tax on Crypto Mining

Troy Cross, professor of Philosophy and Humanities at Reed College and Fellow at Bitcoin Policy Institute, joins "All About Bitcoin" to discuss the energy usage of bitcoin mining and the White House's proposal to push for a punitive tax on crypto mining tax.

May 5, 2023

Tech

Jack Dorsey's Block compra un chip de minería de Bitcoin mientras Intel reduce su producción

La empresa de pagos podría comenzar a vender hardware para minería de Bitcoin el próximo año.

By Eliza GkritsiApr 28, 2023

Bitcoin miners at work (Eliza Gkritsi/CoinDesk)

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Intel Ending Production of its Bitcoin Mining Chip Series

Chipmaking heavyweight Intel (INTC) is ending production of its bitcoin mining chip series, the company said in a statement to CoinDesk on Tuesday. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest blow to the bitcoin mining community and the broader implications for the tech industry.

Apr 19, 2023

Finance

Las valoraciones y las fusiones y adquisiciones muestran que las cosas no T tan mal para las Cripto

Dos aspectos del mundo de las Cripto , las empresas de tecnología blockchain y los intercambios y los mineros de Cripto , revelan que la actividad de fusiones y adquisiciones es fuerte y que las empresas relacionadas con las criptomonedas han convergido con el resto de la tecnología, una señal de que la industria de los activos digitales está madurando.

By Christophe Morvan, Julian Ostertag, Sam LevyApr 19, 2023

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Gridless Bringing Bitcoin Mining to Rural Africa

As part of CoinDesk's Projects to Watch 2023, "The Hash" panel highlights the significance of bitcoin mining firm Gridless extending power to rural Africa.

Apr 17, 2023

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The Bitcoin Mining Energy Debate

CoinDesk's Chief Insights Columnist David Z. Morris joins "All About Bitcoin" and shares his reaction to The New York Times report on the energy cost of bitcoin mining. Plus, Morris takes a deeper dive into how the Texas power grid works regarding backup electricity.

Apr 13, 2023

Markets

Las acciones de los mineros de Bitcoin continúan su racha alcista mientras se mantiene el nivel de $30,000

Nuevos datos económicos publicados el jueves por la mañana sugirieron una desaceleración tanto de la inflación como del panorama del empleo.

By Stephen AlpherApr 13, 2023

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Texas Senate Passes Bill to Limit Bitcoin Miners' Participation in Demand Response Programs

The Texas Senate passed a bill that will cap how much bitcoin (BTC) miners can participate in demand response programs, under which they get paid to curtail their operations at times of high energy demand. "The Hash" panel discusses the potential impact on the bitcoin mining community.

Apr 13, 2023

Policy

El Senado de Texas aprueba un proyecto de ley para limitar la participación de los mineros de Bitcoin en los programas de respuesta a la demanda

Es probable que el proyecto de ley fracase en la Cámara, dice la empresa minera Marathon Digital.

By Eliza GkritsiApr 12, 2023

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Cleanspark Buys Nearly $145M of Bitcoin Mining Rigs to Double Its Hashrate

Crypto miner CleanSpark (CLSK) said in a press release that the firm has bought 45,000 new Bitmain Antminer S19 XPs for $144.9 million, which will almost double its current computing power, or hashrate, once installed. Plus, insights on the latest article from The New York Times that examines the environmental impact of bitcoin mining.

Apr 11, 2023

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