Bitcoin Network Sees Second Largest Difficulty Reduction of 2024

On July 4, 2024, the Bitcoin network experienced its second-largest difficulty reduction since the year’s start. The mining difficulty decreased by 5%, falling from 83.67 trillion to 79.5 trillion. Second Major Difficulty Reduction of the Year Hits Bitcoin Network Bitcoin’s mining difficulty dropped by 5% this week at block height 850,752 on July 4. This … Read more

A Look at How Bitcoin’s Halving Might Trigger ‘Sell the News’ or ‘Sell the Rumor’ Reactions

With fewer than 300 blocks remaining until Bitcoin’s fourth halving, speculation has been rife, with many expecting a ‘sell the news’ scenario following an 11% drop in bitcoin prices. On the other hand, this downturn might just be the precursor to a shakeout and a subsequent significant uptick. Large holders, often known as ‘whales’, are … Read more

Bitcoin Miners Contend With Fifth Network Difficulty Increase of 2023

Bitcoin miners are contending with the fifth network difficulty increase since February 24, 2023, following a 1.72% rise on April 20 at block height 786,240. The network’s difficulty now stands at 48.71 trillion, marking a 22.62% increase over the last 55 days since block height 778,176. Bitcoin’s Difficulty Has Risen More Than 22% Since Block … Read more