Bitcoin Mining
Argo Blockchain Raises $27M to Ease Liquidity Pressures; US Jobs Report Impact on Bitcoin
London-based bitcoin (BTC) miner Argo Blockchain has raised $27 million after agreeing to issue 87 million shares to a sole investor. Plus, the U.S. added 263,000 jobs in September, slightly more than expected but still reflecting a weakening labor market.
Bitcoin Outlook Ahead of CPI Inflation Report
CoinDesk Markets Managing Editor Brad Keoun discusses key support and resistance levels to watch for bitcoin (BTC) ahead of next Thursday's CPI report. Plus, CoinDesk Tech Managing Editor Christie Harkin on the outlook for the mining industry as the difficulty of mining a bitcoin (BTC) block is set to see another large increase early next week, weighing further on profit margins.
Solar-Powered Bitcoin Miner Aspen Creek Raises $8M Despite Bear Market
A new solar powered bitcoin miner, Aspen Creek Digital Corp. raised $8 million in a Series A funding, led by crypto financial services company Galaxy Digital and blockchain investment firm Polychain Capital. Aspen Creek Digital Corp. CEO Alexandra DaCosta shares insights into the raise and the state of bitcoin mining amid "supply crunches" and crypto winter.
Crypto Mining and Staking Firm Foundry Offers Training Program for Miners
Digital asset mining and staking firm Foundry has started the Foundry Academy, a program to train and prepare technicians for the bitcoin mining industry. Foundry Academy Executive Director Craig Ross shares insights into the program. Foundry is a subsidiary of Digital Currency Group (DCG), which is the parent company of CoinDesk.
Bitmain Founder Reportedly Setting Up $250M Fund to Buy Distressed Bitcoin Mining Assets
Crypto billionaire Jihan Wu, the founder of bitcoin mining rig maker Bitmain, is setting up a $250 million fund to purchase distressed assets from mining firms, according to Bloomberg. "The Hash" panel discusses what this means for the mining industry.
Bitcoin Lake Project Founder on Sustainable Crypto Mining Through Used Cooking Oil
Some residents in Guatemala are taking a cue from El Salvador's Bitcoin Beach, aiming to use cooking oil remnants that could otherwise make its way into a local lake in Panajachel (Pana), for bitcoin (BTC) mining. Bitcoin Lake Founder Patrick Melder shares insights into the project. "It's the first time in the world that cooking oil is being used to create energy to mine bitcoin," Melder said.
Marathon Digital Downgraded on Headwinds From Compute North’s Bankruptcy
Global financial services firm BTIG's Gregory Lewis has downgraded bitcoin miner Marathon Digital's stock from "buy" to "neutral" following headwinds from Compute North's bankruptcy filing. "The Hash" hosts discuss what this means for Marathon Digital and the state of bitcoin mining.
'We're Mining as Usual' in Market Downturn: White Rock Management CEO
White Rock Management CEO Andy Long discusses how the company is still keeping mining operations running despite the turbulent crypto market. "You have to make sure that your operations are efficient" and not to "over-leverage yourself before the bear market," he said.
Mining Pool Poolin Will Issue 'IOU' Tokens After Withdrawal Freeze
Poolin Wallet, the wallet service of one of the largest bitcoin (BTC) mining pools, has announced it will issue IOU (I Owe You) tokens to customers impacted by frozen withdrawals last week. "The Hash" panel discusses what this means for the mining community.