Bitcoin mining CEO eyes hashrate contracts to offset rising costs
The slashing of the Bitcoin block subsidy from 6.25 Bitcoin to 3.125 during the April 2024 halving has placed financial pressure on miners.
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The slashing of the Bitcoin block subsidy from 6.25 Bitcoin to 3.125 during the April 2024 halving has placed financial pressure on miners.
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