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Bitcoin Miner Ditches Site for AI Deal That Could Top $1.2 Billion
Bitcoin miner abandons its current site to secure an AI partnership projected to generate $1.2 billion in revenue, with two contract extensions required to reach that figure; an optional expansion of computing capacity could push total earnings above $3 billion, signaling massive demand for AI‑driven mining power and potentially boosting sector valuations as firms chase high‑margin, data‑intensive workloads.
Australia warns unlicensed crypto firms of fines up to 10% of annual turnover
ASIC warns unlicensed crypto firms in Australia they face fines up to 10 % of annual turnover as temporary enforcement relief ends on September 30, after recording over 45 digital‑asset licence applications. The regulator’s crackdown pressures non‑compliant operators to seek registration, tightening market oversight and likely curbing speculative activity while encouraging legitimate participation in the crypto industry.
Hyperscale Data ends Michigan BTC mining as holdings fall 79%
Hyperscale Data ends Michigan Bitcoin mining as holdings drop 79%, now holding 215 BTC after a decline since late July, and reallocates capital to its Michigan AI data center. The firm’s shift reflects a strategic pivot from crypto mining toward artificial intelligence infrastructure, signaling broader industry movement that could depress mining hash rates while boosting AI‑related investment.
Sality Botnet Dismantled After Eight Years of Stealing Bitcoin and Ethereum
CrowdStrike and the DOJ dismantle the Sality botnet, isolating over 15,000 infected machines across four countries after eight years of siphoning Bitcoin and Ethereum. The operation shuts down a long‑running illicit mining network that reportedly generated millions in crypto revenue, reducing illicit hash power and signaling heightened law‑enforcement pressure on cryptocurrency‑focused malware.
Hyperscale Data shares hit all-time low as company flips Michigan site from bitcoin mining into AI
The Michigan AI agreement could generate more than $1.2 billion, with expansion options potentially lifting that above $3 billion.
Cango shares plunge 20% after bitcoin miner reports $81.6 million Q2 loss
Cango scaled back its mining fleet in the second quarter as revenue fell and the company focused on efficiency.
Luke Dashjr exits mining pool Ocean after split over Bitcoin mining’s future
The split was mutual, with both parties citing differing views on the future of Bitcoin mining and recent protocol developments.
Bitcoin Miner IREN Shares Fall as AI Conversion Costs Mount
AI cloud revenue topped Bitcoin mining for the first time as IREN accelerated its data center conversion.
Jury Convicts Las Vegas Man of $24M AI Crypto Mining Ponzi Scheme
Brent Kovar told at least 400 investors a supercomputer was mining crypto for them, and that their money was insured by the FDIC.
Tether’s $120 million Uruguay bitcoin mining project collapsed over a power contract dispute: Reuters
UTE cut power to Tether's mining sites in July 2025 after Tether representatives did not attend the signing of a revised contract, per the report.
Bitcoin rally sends crypto stocks soaring as miners, treasury companies jump
Bitcoin’s rally above $79,000 lifted miners and treasury companies, with Canaan, Strive and Metaplanet posting double-digit gains as crypto stocks surged.
Crypto Biz: Treasury’s ‘Not-QE’ playbook sends Bitcoin higher
Bitcoin rallied as Treasury bond buybacks fueled the “not-QE” trade, while Metaplanet expanded to the US and Cypherpunk made a $33 million Zcash mining bet.
Bitcoin miners pour billions into AI as capex outpaces revenue 15-to-1
Nine public miners generated $341 million from AI and HPC operations in the first half of 2026 after spending more than $5 billion on capital assets.
Winklevoss-Backed Cypherpunk Launches 'World's Largest' Zcash Mining Fleet
The Nasdaq-listed privacy firm launched Cypherpunk Mining through a $33.33 million equity deal with Winklevoss Capital, adding roughly 18% of the Zcash network's hashrate to accelerate its treasury ambitions.
Cypherpunk Technologies launches Zcash mining fleet with $33 million Winklevoss deal
Cypherpunk Mining is online as of today with roughly 4.2 GSol/s of Equihash hashrate deployed across the US.
Cypherpunk launches Zcash mining fleet controlling 18% of network hashrate
The $33.3 million Winklevoss Capital deal expands Cypherpunk’s ZEC strategy as it targets 5% ownership of the cryptocurrency’s circulating supply.
Bitcoin miners’ AI pivot pays off, but mining could revive with one twist
Miners with AI and high-performance computing contracts have commanded higher valuations as declining bitcoin prices and hashprice squeeze pure-play operators.
Cypherpunk Technologies launches Zcash mining fleet with $33 million Winklevoss deal
Cypherpunk Mining is online as of today with roughly 4.2 GSol/s of Equihash hashrate deployed across the US.
Bitcoin climbs above $64,000 while most majors slip
Miners have cut their computing power by a fifth over three quarters to make room for AI, and Venice's token jumped 10% after the company said it crossed $100 million in annualised revenue.
IREN delivers first of four AI cloud deployments to Microsoft under $9.7 billion deal
IREN is targeting 480 MW of AI cloud capacity in 2026 and 1.2 gigawatts by 2027 as it continues to pivot away from bitcoin mining.
Hackers Are Abusing a macOS Screen Sharing Flaw to Secretly Mine Monero
The Dutch cyber agency says attackers exploited an authentication flaw in macOS Screen Sharing to gain root access and plant Monero miners, with public proof-of-concept code now circulating.
Bitcoin miner HIVE inks five-year $350 million AI cloud contract, adds $70 million in annualized revenue
HIVE's BUZZ HPC signed a five-year, $350M GPU cloud deal, adding $70M in ARR, its second large NVIDIA cluster deal in two months.
Hackers exploited macOS Screen Sharing flaw to install Monero miners, Dutch cyber agency says
Hackers are exploiting a macOS Screen Sharing flaw to install Monero miners, Dutch cyber agency warns. U.S. officials rated the vulnerability a critical 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale, indicating a high risk of exploitation.
Why the world’s second-largest Bitcoin mining power is shutting down rigs in its capital city
The world's second-largest Bitcoin mining power is shutting down rigs in its capital city due to a year-round restriction enacted by the Energy Ministry to mitigate power capacity shortages caused by energy-intensive mining facilities straining regional grids, with approximately 90% of the country's mining capacity affected, leading to a significant decline in the local mining industry.
Bitcoin could bottom in October, altcoins are ‘basically dead,’ Swan CEO says
Klippsten predicts Bitcoin could bottom around October, roughly a year after its previous peak, potentially stabilizing the market. He believes crypto's best outcome is to integrate with traditional finance, a notion that could alleviate investor concerns. This perspective may influence investor strategies, as a potential bottom in Bitcoin could stabilize the broader cryptocurrency market.
Another Bitcoin Miner Sells Off BTC to Fund AI Data Center Pivot
Hyperscale, a prominent Bitcoin miner, is selling off its Bitcoin holdings to fund a pivot into an AI data center, with the majority of its BTC being sold. The company plans to rebuild its holdings through mining and future purchases. This strategic shift reflects the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency mining and its potential applications in emerging technologies like AI.
Crypto Biz: Bitcoin’s $116M self-custody wake-up call
A $116 million Bitcoin wallet exploit is unfolding, putting self-custody under intense scrutiny as investors reassess security risks. Despite this, ETF inflows are rebounding, with investors pouring money into the market. Meanwhile, a strategy firm is eyeing more Bitcoin investments, while miners are chasing billions in AI deals, highlighting the industry's resilience in the face of security concerns.
Tether says it completed long-promised 'Big Four' audit of finances behind $180 billion USDT stablecoin
Tether announces completion of its long-promised 'Big Four' audit, with KPMG U.S. examining its finances behind the $180 billion USDT stablecoin. The audit included counting Tether's gold bars, as part of the thorough review. The completion of this audit is expected to boost investor confidence in Tether's financial stability and transparency in the crypto market.
Public Bitcoin miners cut hashrate 13.4% as AI infrastructure revenue grows
Public Bitcoin miners are cutting their hashrate by 13.4% as they repurpose power and data centers for AI and HPC infrastructure, which is generating significant revenue. This shift is reshaping mining economics, with a smaller group of miners expanding Bitcoin capacity. The hashrate reduction is a response to changing market dynamics and growing AI demand.
One overlooked group has added $1.78 billion of selling pressure to bitcoin market
Public miners are currently adding $1.78 billion of selling pressure to the bitcoin market by selling their mined coins, a relatively underappreciated source of supply impacting the market at the margin. This increased supply is coinciding with a period of heightened demand, potentially exacerbating the downward pressure on bitcoin's price. Market participants are closely monitoring this development.
Bitcoin miners earn under 0.7% of revenue from fees in new 10-year low
Bitcoin miners are earning under 0.7% of their revenue from fees, a 10-year low of 0.52%, sparking concerns about their financial sustainability. This decline has led some miners to pivot to artificial intelligence, highlighting the industry's growing reliance on alternative revenue streams amidst a profit squeeze, potentially impacting cryptocurrency market stability in the long term.
Australian regulator takes down Yepbit websites as investors report blocked withdrawals
ASIC is currently taking down Yepbit websites in Australia, denying the platform's claims that the regulator had frozen investor funds. Yepbit's actions have caused investor concerns, with some reporting blocked withdrawals. The situation highlights ASIC's efforts to protect investors from potential scams, underscoring the importance of regulatory oversight in the crypto market.
Ravencoin hits record low as network exploit puts transactions at risk
Ravencoin's network is under threat as mining pools controlling most of its hash rate are building a competing chain, potentially triggering a three-day reorganization. This move could put transactions at risk and undermine the cryptocurrency's stability. Market sentiment is likely to be negative, potentially leading to a further decline in Ravencoin's price, which has already hit a record low.
Ravencoin Crashes 20% as Critical Exploit Threatens to Rollback Network
Ravencoin is crashing 20% as a critical exploit threatens to rollback its network, with two mining pools controlling most of its hash power rebuilding the chain from before Friday's first bad block. This would undo potentially hundreds of blocks and millions of dollars in transactions, potentially destabilizing the entire cryptocurrency market and eroding investor confidence.
From bitcoin bull to ‘complete demolition’: Keel CEO bets on AI’s greater value
Keel's CEO now claims the bitcoin business is facing a "complete demolition," a stark reversal from their May 2025 statement when they said the business was "strong" and the company remained "bullish on mining economics." This dramatic shift suggests significant challenges or changes in the market, potentially impacting Keel's valuation and investor confidence in the cryptocurrency space.
Benchmark sees over 150% upside for Bitdeer on bitcoin mining, AI outlook
Benchmark analysts predict over 150% upside for Bitdeer, driven by its bitcoin mining operations funding a $4.7 billion AI data-center buildout. This strategic move leverages the company's existing resources to expand into AI, capitalizing on the growing demand for data centers. The AI market's vast potential presents a lucrative opportunity for Bitdeer's growth.
‘Clear scale up path’: Bernstein sees 80% upside for Riot after reported $9.1 billion Anthropic deal
Riot's analysts at Bernstein estimate a significant upside of 80% after the reported $9.1 billion Anthropic deal, suggesting a clear scale-up path for the company. AI colocation now accounts for 84% of Riot's target enterprise value, compared to 11% for bitcoin mining, indicating a substantial shift in the company's business focus and potential market growth.
Riot Platforms surges 20% in pre-market trading on $9.1 billion Anthropic deal
Riot Platforms is surging 20% in pre-market trading after announcing a 20-year agreement with Anthropic, a leading AI firm, worth $9.1 billion. This massive deal highlights a significant industry shift toward AI infrastructure revenue, as companies increasingly invest in AI technologies. The bitcoin miner's diversification into AI infrastructure is expected to boost its revenue and profitability.
Ravencoin could roll back four days of transactions after critical block flaw
Ravencoin's hashpower is controlled by two mining pools building a replacement chain from before Friday's first invalid block, potentially rolling back four days of transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and payments. This critical block flaw puts the entire network at risk, threatening the integrity of Ravencoin's blockchain and potentially destabilizing the cryptocurrency market.
Australian watchdog suspends Cryptolink, forcing 96 ATMs offline
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has suspended Cryptolink, forcing 96 ATMs offline. The regulator cited missing transaction reports and the company's failure to respond to an information request. This move is a significant blow to Cryptolink's operations, highlighting concerns over compliance and regulatory oversight in the Australian cryptocurrency sector.