South Carolina is drawing a line in the sand. A new law officially bars state entities from touching central bank digital currencies while giving a thumbs-up to crypto mining operations.
The seemingly predictable rhythm of Bitcoin's halving cycle is hitting a dissonant chord. As the 2028 event looms, miners aren't just facing half the rewards; they're staring down a perfect storm of increased expenses and an industry demanding more than just raw hash power.
$250 million in Bitcoin, gone in a quarter. Riot Platforms is betting big on AI, but after two straight quarters of sales, who's really winning here—the miners or the HODLers they mocked?