Bitcoin hash rate surpasses 400EH/s marking a milestone as seasonal shifts in energy costs emerge as a player in mining economies
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The Bitcoin hash rate has recently surpassed the 400EH/s mark, a notable milestone in the cryptocurrency landscape. According to Pierre Rochard, VP of Research at Riot Platforms, this upswing in Bitcoin’s computational power coincides with the end of summer, a period typically associated with heightened pressure on energy grids due to high electricity costs. Rochard further points out a shift in environmental conditions.
As temperatures drop and wind speeds increase, Texas, a significant hub for Bitcoin mining, experiences a reduction in electricity prices, effectively returning to baseload natural gas breakeven.
This dynamic illustrates the intricate relationship between Bitcoin mining activities, energy costs, and environmental factors. It also underscores the potential of seasonal shifts to influence the economics of cryptocurrency mining, a reality that stakeholders in the crypto space may find worthwhile to monitor closely.
James Van Straten
James fervently appreciates data, technology, and trend-spotting. As a tech and liberty maximalist, he hails Bitcoin as the 21st century’s paramount invention.
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