#mining News & Analysis

Cipher Digital secures $200M credit line to scale AI and HPC footprint

Global Crypto Mining News in March: The 20 Millionth BTC Mined, Single Mining Cost Exceeds $80k, AI Attempts GPU Mining, etc

Bitcoin mining difficulty set for 7.5% drop as hash rate retreats

CoreWeave’s $8.5B loan shows how AI is replacing crypto mining finance

Germany’s Merz confirms partial mining of Strait of Hormuz, impacting ship transit

Hut 8 leans into modular ‘LEGO block’ model to switch between AI and bitcoin mining

Bitcoin has mined 20 million coins: why the last of the remaining 1 million won’t arrive until 2140

Bitcoin reached a significant milestone by mining its 20 millionth coin this week, leaving only 1 million BTC remaining to be mined. Due to Bitcoin's programmed halving mechanism that reduces mining rewards every four years, the final coins won't be mined until approximately 2140.

US Army leases military land for critical mineral processing plants in push to cut China dependence

The US Army is leasing military land for critical mineral processing facilities to reduce dependence on Chinese supply chains and strengthen domestic production capabilities. This strategic initiative aims to enhance national security while bolstering the domestic critical minerals industry, which is essential for defense, renewable energy, and technology applications.

Top Chinese Bitcoin miner sees BTC bottom at $42k-$44k in late 2026

Jiang Zhuoer, a prominent Chinese Bitcoin miner, predicts Bitcoin could bottom between $42,000-$44,000 in late 2026, referencing declining miner profitability metrics as support for his thesis. The forecast reflects concerns about Bitcoin testing weak support levels currently, suggesting prolonged bearish pressure ahead.

H.R. 9175 faces criticism over proposed five-year tax cap on staking and mining rewards

H.R. 9175 proposes a five-year tax cap on staking and mining rewards, but faces criticism for potentially disrupting long-term investment strategies and creating premature tax liabilities. The proposal complicates financial planning for cryptocurrency investors engaged in proof-of-stake and mining activities.

Crypto lobby fights five-year cap in staking and mining tax bill

Cryptocurrency industry groups are pushing Congress to pass H.R. 9175 without modifications, while banking institutions have raised concerns that the staking and mining tax bill improperly favors crypto yield taxation. The dispute centers on a proposed five-year cap on tax treatment for digital asset validation activities.

Crypto Industry Unites Behind Bill to Fix Tax Rules for Miners and Stakers

U.S. crypto industry groups are rallying behind H.R. 9175, legislation designed to reform tax treatment for miners and stakers. The bill would allow these participants to defer taxes on rewards until assets are sold, rather than triggering immediate tax liability upon receipt—a significant shift from current IRS treatment.

Crypto's second U.S. lobbying front — tax policy — sees industry push on mining, staking

Major U.S. crypto advocacy groups have petitioned the House tax committee to pass legislation clarifying the tax treatment of mining and staking rewards. This represents a significant regulatory push on fiscal policy, marking the industry's expansion beyond traditional lobbying into specialized tax code reform.

Crypto industry groups urge Congress to pass tax staking and mining bill unchanged

Crypto industry advocacy groups are pushing Congress to pass legislation that would clarify tax treatment for mining and staking rewards. The bill aims to reduce regulatory ambiguity around cryptocurrency earning activities, which currently face uncertain tax classification.

Blockchain Association urges House Ways and Means Committee to pass Tax Clarity for Mining and Staking Act

The Blockchain Association is advocating for the House Ways and Means Committee to pass the Tax Clarity for Mining and Staking Act, legislation designed to simplify cryptocurrency taxation rules. The bill aims to reduce compliance complexity for miners and stakers while potentially encouraging greater institutional participation in blockchain technologies.

Colombia’s Gustavo Petro suspended as president until after elections

Colombia's President Gustavo Petro has been suspended from office until after the country's elections, creating uncertainty around his administration's economic agenda. The suspension threatens renewable energy initiatives and could erode investor confidence in the region, with potential ripple effects on cryptocurrency mining operations and broader blockchain development in Latin America.

Six Proposed Crypto Tax Bills Could Reshape Bitcoin Taxation in the United States

The House Ways and Means Committee is reviewing six proposed cryptocurrency tax bills that would establish new frameworks for mining, staking, small transactions, and charitable donations. Democratic lawmakers have raised concerns about potential abuse risks in these proposals, signaling a critical juncture in how the U.S. may regulate crypto taxation.

Dan Dreyfus: The US faces a critical economic inflection point, demand for critical minerals is skyrocketing, and aging infrastructure threatens power supply | All-In Podcast

Dan Dreyfus highlights a critical US economic inflection point driven by surging demand for critical minerals essential to modern infrastructure and energy systems, while China maintains dominance in this sector. Aging US infrastructure combined with mineral supply vulnerabilities threatens long-term power security, prompting a trillion-dollar investment race to rebuild domestic capacity.

Global Witness claims Amazon, Sony sourced conflict-linked coltan from DRC

Global Witness has released an investigation alleging that major tech companies including Amazon and Sony sourced coltan (a conflict mineral) linked to armed groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The findings underscore systemic gaps in supply chain oversight and regulatory enforcement mechanisms designed to prevent financing of regional conflicts.

Crypto tax bills draw scrutiny as House hearing opens debate

The House Ways and Means Committee held hearings on proposed crypto tax legislation designed to simplify digital asset filing requirements. Democrats expressed concerns about the treatment of mining and staking activities, highlighting ongoing disagreement over how to classify and tax different cryptocurrency operations.

Congress to Discuss Crypto Tax Rules: What to Watch

The House Ways and Means Committee is preparing to review draft legislation addressing cryptocurrency tax treatment for staking, mining, network fees, and reporting requirements. This development signals growing congressional attention to creating comprehensive crypto tax rules, which could establish clearer compliance frameworks for digital asset participants.

Wall Street Analysts Give Perfect Buy Ratings to These U.S. Rare Earth Miners

Wall Street analysts have assigned perfect Buy ratings to three U.S. rare earth mining companies—MP Materials, USA Rare Earth, and Rare Earths Americas—reflecting growing investor confidence in efforts to reduce American dependence on Chinese rare earth supply chains. This reflects broader geopolitical and industrial trends favoring domestic production of critical materials essential for technology and defense sectors.

China’s crude oil imports plunge to pandemic-era lows as Iran conflict chokes supply lines

China's crude oil imports have declined to pandemic-era lows amid escalating Iran tensions that disrupt supply lines. This reduction exposes fragility in global energy supply chains, with downstream effects on refinery margins and potential shifts in international oil markets that could influence energy-dependent sectors including cryptocurrency mining operations.

Bitcoin surges above $80,000 on $629m ETF inflows: AJC Mining offers free cloud mining, helping users boost their earnings potential

Hut 8 swaps Coinbase loan for cheaper FalconX deal, slashing borrowing costs as it bets big on AI

Hut 8 refinanced its bitcoin-backed loan from Coinbase with a new $200 million facility from FalconX, reducing borrowing costs by 200 basis points. The 364-day deal reflects improving market conditions for crypto-backed lending and signals growing competition among lenders for institutional bitcoin collateral.