Miners
Coverage of Miners in the Nexus archive.
- Bitcoin miners earn under 0.7% of revenue from fees in new 10-year low
Bitcoin miners earned under 0.7% of revenue from fees, marking a new 10-year low. They also showed a “concerning” trend by pivoting toward AI amid a profit squeeze. Separately, transaction-fee income was noted to have barely bounced from previous 10-year lows of 0.52% of revenue.
- Appalachia's black lung rates highest in nearly 50 years as miners' protections stall
Black lung rates in Appalachia have reached their highest level in nearly 50 years, with thousands of miners sick and dying. Mining experts attribute the crisis to increased exposure to toxic silica dust in mines.
- Appalachia's black lung rates highest in nearly 50 years as miners' protections stall
Appalachia's black lung rates are at their highest level in nearly 50 years, with thousands of miners sick and dying. Mining experts attribute the crisis to increased exposure to toxic silica dust in mines.
- Corporation’s Approach to the BIP-110 Soft Fork
BIP-110, a Bitcoin soft fork, is set to activate in late 2026, imposing restrictions on transaction data and script features. Most corporations, particularly those using Bitcoin as a store of value or through third-party providers, face minimal impact. Node operators must choose whether to adopt BIP-110 rules, which could lead to chain splits if miners and nodes diverge.
- 34 miners killed in methane explosion at Pakistan coal mine — despite overnight rescue attempt
A methane gas explosion at a coal mine in southwestern Pakistan killed 34 miners, despite an overnight rescue attempt. Authorities confirmed the incident on Friday.
- Dozens of miners killed in coal mine explosion in Pakistan
Dozens of miners were killed in a coal mine explosion in Pakistan's Balochistan region. Several miners remain unaccounted for, and authorities attribute the blast to a buildup of methane gas.
- 34 miners killed in a methane explosion at a coal mine in southwestern Pakistan
A methane gas explosion at a coal mine in southwestern Pakistan has killed 34 miners. The incident occurred in a coal mine located in the southwestern region of the country.
- ‘They got trapped:’ Race to save miners after deadly blast in Pakistan
Emergency workers are attempting to provide oxygen to miners trapped in a mine in Pakistan's Balochistan Province following a deadly explosion. The incident has prompted a race to rescue those affected.
- Indian Tax Crackdown Threatens to Slow Exports of Low-Grade Ore
India’s top iron ore-producing state is increasing quality-control checks after miners were found misrepresenting ore grades to pay lower royalties, a crackdown that could impact domestic and export sales.
- Gold Dips to US$4,046/oz, Silver to US$57.68/oz as Dollar Firms
Gold and silver prices fell to US$4,046/oz and US$57.68/oz respectively as a stronger dollar and steady real yields reduced safe-haven demand. Latin American investors are focusing on miners in Mexico and Peru.
- VanEck: Bitcoin’s Summer Lull Masks a Tightening Supply Base
VanEck's Bitcoin ChainCheck report highlights Bitcoin's consolidation around $63,700, noting defensive derivatives positioning, miner economics at multi-year lows, and long-term holders increasing their supply share. ETP outflows and treasury sales contributed to negative flows, while on-chain data shows 60.8% of Bitcoin held for over a year.
- What Is BIP-110 and Why Is It Dividing the Bitcoin Community?
A proposal to restrict non-financial data on Bitcoin, known as BIP-110, has divided prominent developers, miners, and industry leaders ahead of a key activation deadline. The debate is reopening one of Bitcoin's largest governance disputes since the Blocksize Wars.
- New Hampshire Follows Bitcoin Reserve With 'Blockchain Basic Laws' Signing
New Hampshire has enacted the 'Blockchain Basic Laws' to provide protections for cryptocurrency users, miners, and stakers within the state.
- Chilean Stocks Break Higher for a Third Day as Copper Powers the Recovery
Chile's IPSA rose 0.71% to 10,840 on June 30, marking a third consecutive gain as stronger copper prices and a stable peso supported mining companies. The index broke through a weeks-long resistance level during this rally.
- Miners Turn South African Stocks From World-Beaters to Laggards
The mining sector's performance has caused South African stocks to shift from leading global performers to underperformers. This decline highlights a reversal in fortune for a market that was previously outperforming international counterparts.
- Fidelity rebuts claims Bitcoin becomes less secure after halvings
Fidelity rebuts claims that Bitcoin becomes less secure after halvings, arguing its fixed supply schedule does not undermine network security. The asset manager acknowledges miners face shrinking block rewards following each halving but maintains security remains intact.
- Why Latin America Is Winning as the Global AI Trade Cracks
Latin America is benefiting as global investment shifts from Asia's struggling chipmakers to the region's cheaper banks, miners, and energy firms. Brazil's Ibovespa stock index set a record amid this trend.
- Live markets: Bitcoin has traded below its mining cost for five months, squeezing miners
Bitcoin has traded below its mining cost for five months, leading to financial strain on miners. This prolonged period of unprofitability is squeezing the mining industry.
- Botswana diamond slump hits miners living on the edge of survival
Botswana’s diamond-driven economy is under mounting strain as global demand weakens and production falls, impacting miners living on the edge of survival.
- Laos cave rescuer describes moment trapped miners were freed
Mikko Passi, a rescue diver, described the moment miners were freed from a Laos cave after being trapped for 10 days. Two miners remain missing.
- Laos cave rescuer describes moment trapped miners were freed
Mikko Passi, a rescue diver in Laos, described the moment miners trapped for 10 days were freed. Two miners remain missing.
- Diver details "heartwarming" moments after miners emerged from Laos cave
Lead rescue diver Mikko Paasi described heartwarming moments after four trapped miners in Laos emerged from a cave, noting they had 'self-rescued.'
- 5/30: Saturday Morning
Four miners in Laos were rescued from a cave after being trapped for 10 days, while two remain missing. Uncertainty persists regarding a potential Iran ceasefire.
- 5/30: Saturday Morning
Four miners in Laos were freed from a cave after being trapped for 10 days, with two still missing, while uncertainty remains over an Iran ceasefire.
- 4 more Laos miners freed from cave after being trapped for 10 days, rescuers say
Four more Laos miners trapped in a cave for 10 days were freed, while two remain missing. Rescuers confirmed the release of the four miners.
- Four more men freed from flooded Laos cave in hazardous rescue mission
Four miners trapped in a flooded cave in Laos for 10 days have been rescued, but two remain missing as divers continue to navigate hazardous, deluged tunnels. The rescue mission involves draining water and navigating sharp rocks and narrow passages.
- China’s coal heartlands reel from worst disaster in a decade
A coal disaster in China's coal heartlands has resulted in 82 miner deaths, marking the worst incident in a decade and recalling a past era of frequent accidents.
- Trapped Laos miners may have to scuba dive to escape dangerous cave
At least five miners trapped in a cave in Laos may need to scuba dive to escape. A diving instructor and rescue diver, Edd Sorenson, is providing insight on the risky rescue mission.
- Laos miners remain trapped in cave with oxygen running low
Five miners in Laos are trapped in a cave with oxygen levels depleting, prompting rescuers to consider teaching them scuba diving for extraction. The situation highlights the urgency and challenges of the rescue operation.
- Laos miners remain trapped in cave with oxygen running low
At least five miners are trapped in a cave in Laos with oxygen levels running low, prompting rescuers to consider teaching them to scuba dive for extraction.
- WATCH: Video shows harrowing effort to rescue victims from flooded cave
Five people were found alive in a flooded cave in Laos, but rescue efforts remain challenging as crews work to extract them and locate two remaining miners trapped underground.
- Rescuer describes tears, smiles after finding 5 stranded miners in Laos cave
Rescuers in Laos discovered five miners alive after an eight-day search in a cave, with extraction plans still being developed. The situation highlights ongoing efforts to safely retrieve the trapped individuals.
- Rescuer describes tears, smiles after finding 5 stranded miners in Laos cave
Five miners were found alive in a Laos cave after being stranded for eight days. Rescuers are working to devise a plan to extract them.
- Clock is ticking for Laos miners found alive trapped in dangerous cave
At least five miners found alive in a dangerous cave in Laos are facing urgent rescue efforts as time runs out. Rescuers are planning extraction operations, with CBS News' Matt Gutman reporting on the situation.
- 5 miners found alive inside flooded Laos cave, 2 remain missing, rescuers say
Five of the seven miners trapped in a flooded cave in central Laos have been rescued, but two remain missing. Rescuers confirmed the survivors are alive, while the search continues for the missing individuals.
- Bitcoin Core quietly patched high-severity memory bug months before public disclosure, but many nodes may still run affected software
Bitcoin Core patched a high-severity memory bug months before public disclosure, but many nodes may still run affected software. The bug could have let miners crash nodes and potentially execute remote code. A use-after-free bug was disclosed by Bitcoin Core.
- Was 2021 the top for Bitcoin?
The 2021 Bitcoin bull market led to a 2x gain over four years, with investors regretting not investing in the S&P500 instead. The article highlights concerns about AI's impact on mining, the diminishing relevance of Bitcoin halvings, and skepticism about Bitcoin's ability to sustain high prices in the future.
- Where Exchanges getting their BTC for sales?
The article questions how cryptocurrency exchanges obtain Bitcoin when selling it to users. It compares the process to the 'chicken or egg' dilemma, with possible sources including miners, other users, or institutional investors.
- How the 21 Million Bitcoin limit is actually enforced
The article explains the technical mechanisms behind Bitcoin's 21 million supply cap, including code enforcement and mining processes.
- Mini Lottery miners
The article 'Mini Lottery miners' discusses a new initiative or system related to small-scale lottery mining, likely in the context of cryptocurrency or blockchain technology. It was submitted by a Reddit user with a link and comments for further discussion.