bitcoin mining

Bitcoin’s (CRYPTO:BTC) massive energy usage has become a hot topic lately. And Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA) chief Elon Musk’s recent decision to halt BTC payments due to environmental concerns has ignited a fiery debate around the issue. While many have attacked Musk for...

Bitcoiners around the world aren’t convinced that Elon Musk is the right person to lead the debate around “cleaner Bitcoin mining.” What Happened: In an interview with Bloomberg TV, popular Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) proponent and partner at Castle Island Ventures Nic Carter said that...

Last week, Chinese regulators decided to crack down on the mining of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and other cryptocurrencies partly due to environmental concerns and a surge in the illegal coal extraction. What Happened: According to Fortune, Chinese authorities pushed against crypto mining...

Although crypto markets seemed to recover from the recent fall, some believe that regulatory uncertainties surrounding Bitcoin mining and trading firms in China could lead to even more sell pressure going forward. What Happened: On Friday, a State Council committee led by Vice Premier Liu He...

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA) CEO said he had talked with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) miners. And they might have changed his mind about the environmental impact of bitcoin mining. What Happened: Earlier today, Elon Musk tweeted about the discussion he had with “North American Bitcoin miners...

What Happened: Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) went into freefall once again as fresh information about China’s crackdown on cryptocurrencies emerged. According to Chinese news outlet 8BTCnews, the Financial Stability and Development Commission of China State Council planning on cracking down...

Cleanspark Inc (NASDAQ: CLSK) reported second-quarter FY21 revenue growth of 122% year-on-year to $8.1 million, missing the analyst consensus of $8.77 million. Revenue from Digital Agency rose 43.6% Y/Y to $0.43 million, and Digital Currency Mining revenue was $6.72...

The highly anticipated Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) IPO took place on Wednesday, putting companies in the cryptocurrency space in the spotlight as traders look for ways to play the large valuation of Coinbase and the rising price of Bitcoin. Here is a look at some crypto stocks to play on the Coinbase...

Blockchain-based e-commerce business and fintech service provider, Future FinTech Group Inc (NASDAQ: FTFT), has inked an agreement to acquire a 51% stake in Mingtang Network Technology for $7 million (RMB 45.9 million) based on a valuation of $13.8 million (RMB 90 million...

Bitcoin mining company Riot Blockchain Inc (NASDAQ: RIOT) announced a milestone purchase for $138.5 million worth of mining equipment yesterday. What Happened: The company purchased 42,000 S19j Antminers from Bitmain Technologies Limited as part of a strategic initiative to increase its...

Blockchain-based e-commerce business and a fintech service provider, Future FinTech Group Inc (NASDAQ: FTFT), inked an agreement to acquire Nanjing Ribensi Electronic Technology Co, Ltd for $9.1 million (RMB 60 million). Nanjing Ribensi currently operates a...

U.K.-based crypto mining firm Argo Blockchain PLC and Canadian firm DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc will launch the world’s first clean energy Bitcoin mining pool. The mining pool termed “Terra Pool” will be aimed at better managing the impact of Bitcoin mining on the...

Shares of a small cloud-based software penny stock were rallying Monday after the announcement of a merger with a Bitcoin miner. The Merger: Greenidge Generation Holdings and Support.com (NASDAQ: SPRT) announced a merger Monday morning. Shareholders of Support.com will own 8% of the newly formed...

Shares of several cryptocurrency-related companies soared on Tuesday as Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) posted a major recovery from a low of $49,506 on Monday to trade at $54,566.20 at press time. What Happened: Bitcoin equipment manufacturer Canaan Inc (NASDAQ: CAN) shares closed 50.45% higher at $28....