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US Bitcoin Mining Hub Plan Falters Amid AI Surge and Crypto Slump
Donald Trump's plan to make the US a hub for Bitcoin mining is losing ground due to the AI boom and crypto downturn. Public miners are expected to generate most of their revenue from AI by the end of this year, while Bitcoin mining activity in the US has declined by 18% since October last year.
Power-Rich Sites Find New Mining Revenue Streams with Co-Mining
Co-Mining is gaining traction in the post-halving mining landscape as a solution for power-rich sites to generate revenue without investing heavily in hardware. This framework decouples power assets from ASIC ownership, reducing upfront investment and exposure to rapid depreciation.
Tianci International Teams Up with BTC Digital for Cryptocurrency Mining Machines
Tianci International has partnered with BTC Digital to enhance its cryptocurrency mining capabilities through a new agreement for mining machines.
Corn and Wheat Markets Hit Hard by Drought and Trade Restrictions
The corn and wheat markets are being affected by lower U.S. crop estimates and trade restrictions from the Black Sea region, with droughts in Europe exacerbating the issue.
Wheat Crisis Hits South Africa's Swartland Region
Farming wheat in South Africa's Swartland region is facing a crisis due to rising costs, low prices, and unpredictable weather. Michiel Smuts, a fourth-generation farmer, warns that many farmers may not be able to survive on grain alone, and the industry may struggle with viability if current trends continue.
IBM and Vivant Execs Join PBSP Board of Trustees
The Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP) has added two new members to its board of trustees, including IBM Philippines country general manager Leo L. Capinpin and Vivant Corporation president Emil Andre M. Garcia. Garcia will represent the Visayas region and chair the organization’s regional committee.
Carney Signals Willingness to Talk Trade with Trump Amid Ongoing Tensions
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has signaled a willingness to negotiate with US President Donald Trump on trade issues, downplaying recent US moves as 'relatively modest'. This comes amidst ongoing tensions and warnings from experts about the damage tariffs are causing to their integrated supply chain. Canadian politicians remain optimistic that they can withstand these economic pressures.
Rural Texans Rebel Against Noisy Data Centers
Rural Texans are switching parties or staying home due to the negative effects of data centers and Bitcoin mines on their health and property values, threatening Republican margins in statewide races.
Seneca Lake Residents Sound Alarm Over Planned AI Data Center
Vulcan Infrastructure and Power is planning to convert its Seneca Lake-based power plant into a hyperscale AI data center, sparking concerns about increased noise pollution and water usage. The move comes as the company faces opposition from local residents and environmental groups who fear the impact on the lake's ecosystem.
Quantum Computing Breakthrough Pushes Frontiers of Life Sciences Research
A team from Cleveland Clinic, RIKEN, and IBM has made a major breakthrough in simulating complex molecular systems using quantum computers. By combining quantum and classical methods, they achieved unprecedented accuracy at an unprecedented scale, advancing to the finals for the ACM Gordon Bell Prize.
zkSync Era Snaps Up Sub-Cent Transaction Crown
zkSync Era has achieved sub-cent transaction fees, beating out Starknet. The network's TVL is lower than Starknet's, but it has reported over 700 million cumulative transactions. Both networks completed their token airdrops in 2024.
Crypto Exchange Sign-Up Bonuses: What You Need to Know
Crypto exchange sign-up bonuses are rewards given to new users for opening an account and completing certain tasks. These bonuses can take various forms such as Bitcoin, stablecoins, or trading vouchers. Exchanges offer different types of sign-up bonuses, including registration, deposit, trading volume, task-based rewards, and fee discounts.