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Bitcoin Mining

Bitcoin mining is het proces waarbij nieuwe bitcoins worden gecreëerd en transacties worden geverifieerd en toegevoegd aan het blockchain-netwerk. Het omvat krachtige computers die complexe wiskundige problemen oplossen om het Bitcoin-netwerk te beveiligen en de gedecentraliseerde aard ervan te behouden. Individuen, bedrijven en zelfs gespecialiseerde mining pools nemen deel aan dit proces, bekend als miners. Deze miners spelen een cruciale rol in het waarborgen van de integriteit en veiligheid van het Bitcoin-netwerk. Aangezien het aantal bitcoins in circulatie beperkt is, dient mining ook als een middel om nieuwe bitcoins te distribueren. Miners worden beloond met nieuw geslagen bitcoins voor hun rekenkracht en de energie die zij aan het netwerk leveren. Bitcoin mining heeft zich in de loop van de tijd ontwikkeld, met de komst van efficiëntere hardware en de opkomst van mining farms. Deze farms, vaak geëxploiteerd door bedrijven, benutten schaalvoordelen om hun miningcapaciteiten te maximaliseren. Daarnaast zijn miningprotocollen en algoritmen ontwikkeld om zich aan te passen aan de toenemende rekenkracht en de stabiliteit van het netwerk te behouden. Crypto exchanges faciliteren de handel in bitcoins, waardoor miners hun verdiende bitcoins kunnen omzetten in traditionele valuta of andere cryptocurrencies. Dit dynamische ecosysteem van mensen, bedrijven, protocollen en blockchain-netwerken draagt gezamenlijk bij aan de werking en groei van Bitcoin en de bredere cryptomarkt.


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Bitcoin Outlook in Wake of FTX Implosion

Quantum Economics Bitcoin Analyst Jason Deane discusses his analysis and outlook for bitcoin (BTC) as the cryptocurrency slips on the news of Genesis' crypto-lending unit halting customer withdrawals. Plus, insights into the bitcoin mining industry. Genesis and CoinDesk both operate under Digital Currency Group.

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Marathon Digital CEO: Players With Strongest Balance Sheets Will Survive Crypto Winter

Marathon Digital CEO Fred Thiel discusses the outlook for the bitcoin mining industry as it continues to see fallout from continued market downturn.

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Marathon Digital CEO: We're Bullish on Bitcoin

Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) mined 615 bitcoin (BTC) in October, the highest monthly total in its history. CEO Fred Thiel shares insights into Marathon Digital's business operations and the state of bitcoin mining amid crypto winter.

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Fed Suggests Shift in Tightening Policy; Rogue Actor Disrupts Lightning Network With One Transaction

The U.S. Federal Reserve hinted a potential change in its monetary policy at its latest meeting Wednesday. Twitter user "Burak" (@brqgoo) allegedly created a non-standard Bitcoin transaction that prevented users from opening new Lightning channels. Bitcoin miner Iris Energy (IREN) said some of its mining equipment, owned by special-purpose vehicles, aren't producing enough cash to meet financing obligations.

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As Bitcoin Teases 100-Day Average, Traders Say Latest Crypto Bounce Looks More Constructive Than August

Risk assets seem to be breaking out bullishly, with bitcoin is challenging its 100-day simple moving average that aborted the August rally. Meanwhile, public miners have slowed their coin sales since June when they ran down their bitcoin inventory by liquidating 350% of the mined coins. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

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US GDP Expands 2.6% in Q3; Core Scientific’s Shares Plummet After Bankruptcy Warning

The U.S. economy rose in the third quarter after two consecutive months of contraction. Shares of the world's largest bitcoin miner, Core Scientific (CORZ), plummeted to as low as 23 cents after the firm warned it could enter into bankruptcy. CFTC Commissioner Christy Goldsmith Romero said crypto echoes the risks of the 2008 financial crisis.

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Bitcoin Miner Core Scientific Shares Plunge After Bankruptcy Warning

The world's largest bitcoin miner, Core Scientific (CORZ), warned that it may have to explore bankruptcy if it fails to improve its financial condition. The warning sent its shares down 77% to as low as 23 U.S. cents. "The Hash" team discusses what this means for the bitcoin mining industry and its community.

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Judge to Appoint Privacy Ombudsman for Celsius Bankruptcy Case; Bitcoin Mining Difficulty at Record High

Rishi Sunak will be the U.K.'s next prime minister following Liz Truss’ controversial exit last week. A U.S. judge presiding over the bankruptcy case of crypto lender Celsius Network has agreed to appoint a consumer privacy ombudsman in the case. Bitcoin mining difficulty jumped over 3% to a new all-time high.

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Crusoe Energy Systems CEO on Bitcoin Mining Outlook

Last week, bitcoin mining difficulty surged to an all-time high. Chase Lochmiller, Crusoe Energy Systems co-founder and CEO, discusses what this means for business operations and the outlook for the bitcoin mining industry. Plus, insights into the $350 million Series C raise and M&A strategy amid crypto winter.

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