32 stories about Mining from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Aug 16, 2026.
A Schwab strategist suggests Bitcoin's recent crash found support near $60,000, where it matches the production cost for the most efficient miners. This could create a natural energy-based floor for the price, as miners are unlikely to sell below their operational costs.
Adecoagro, backed by Tether, will start Bitcoin mining using electricity generated from sugarcane waste. The project aims to launch on July 1, combining renewable energy with crypto mining.
Bitcoin miners are under pressure as the network's hash rate growth slows and flattens, while AI demand for energy could further squeeze their operations. Fidelity Digital Assets says 2026's crypto slump masks a deeper 'structural retooling,' as institutional adoption, tokenization, and Bitcoin's evolving infrastructure quietly advance despite weaker prices.
A new bill aims to require U.S. government agencies to purchase only domestically mined Bitcoin, which critics say could centralize the network. The legislation could also create regulatory uncertainty for miners and users.
Bitcoin miners are becoming key players in AI infrastructure, controlling 27 GW of power and $90 billion in AI deals. This shift highlights their strategic advantage as electricity demand for data centers soars.
South Carolina has banned state agencies from using central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and passed protections for Bitcoin miners. The new law prevents discriminatory zoning and licensing rules against miners, ensuring their operations are treated fairly.
DMND and RootstockLabs are collaborating to bring Stratum V2 to merge-mining, allowing miners to select which sidechain blocks they support. This partnership aims to enhance miner autonomy and efficiency in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
IREN, a major Bitcoin mining company, just secured $3 billion to expand into AI cloud infrastructure. This move signals a shift in strategy for the firm, leveraging its expertise in high-performance computing. The funds will be used to build out AI data centers and services, potentially creating new revenue streams beyond Bitcoin mining.