Even when the stock market takes a hit, some companies keep climbing. One of those is Circle, which makes the popular stablecoin USDC. Its shares have more than doubled since February, and analysts expect them to rise further as stablecoins become a common part of everyday payments. Circle’s growth
The Eagan City Council decided to pause any new data center or crypto‑mining projects for a full year. The rule stops construction near homes within 500 feet or if the site would use more than 20 megawatts of power. The pause ends on February 17, 2027 unless the council votes earlier. During this w
The AI race isn't just about who has the best chips or the most money. It's about who has the power—literally. Electricity is the new gold in the AI world, and companies that already have it are the ones moving ahead. Right now, big tech companies like Microsoft and Google are adding AI capacity in
In Northern Michigan, a growing number of people are worried about the rapid growth of data centers. These centers need a lot of energy and are often linked to cryptocurrency mining and artificial intelligence. Environmental groups and community leaders are stepping up to educate residents about the
Russia is getting tough on crypto miners who don't follow the rules. The government wants to stop illegal mining and make sure everyone pays their fair share. The Ministry of Justice has proposed new laws. These laws could punish illegal miners with big fines and even prison time. If someone makes
HIVE Digital Technologies is changing the game in crypto mining. Unlike others, they aren't just chasing Bitcoin's ups and downs. They're focusing on building a strong business that can handle any market. Frank Holmes, the company's co-founder and executive chairman, shared their strategy. He highl
Hackers have found a new way to make money using AWS services. They are using stolen login details to sneak into AWS accounts. Once inside, they set up their own crypto mining operations. This all happens very fast. Within just 10 minutes, they can start mining cryptocurrency. The hackers use speci
China's stance on cryptocurrency is a puzzle. On one hand, the government has banned most crypto activities. On the other hand, millions of people still find ways to use and trade crypto. This is a big deal because China is home to a huge number of crypto users, even though it's illegal. People in
VTB, Russia's second-largest bank, is making waves by planning to offer direct bitcoin and crypto trading to its clients. This move comes as a response to growing customer demand for actual cryptocurrencies, not just derivatives. Despite the lack of clear regulations, VTB is testing the waters with
The Scaramucci family has put over $100 million into American Bitcoin, a mining company with ties to former President Donald Trump’s sons. This investment came through Solari Capital, a firm started by AJ Scaramucci, which led a $220 million funding round back in July. The company went public later
