Triplestrength hits with ransomware, cloud crypto miningTriplestrength poses a unique threat by combining ransomware attacks with cloud hijacking for cryptocurrency mining.
CrowdStrike Warns of Phishing Scam Targeting Job Seekers with XMRig CryptominerCrowdStrike warns of phishing attacks using its brand to spread cryptominer disguised as job application software.
New Gafgyt Botnet Variant Targets Weak SSH Passwords for GPU Crypto MiningThe Gafgyt botnet is evolving to exploit weak SSH passwords for cryptocurrency mining, particularly in cloud environments.
Thousands of Linux systems infected by stealthy malware since 2021Perfctl malware is highly stealthy and exploits numerous misconfigurations, making detection and eradication challenging for affected Linux systems.
8220 Gang Exploits Oracle WebLogic Server Flaws for Cryptocurrency MiningCryptocurrency mining operation by 8220 Gang exploiting Oracle WebLogic Server security flaws.
Ultralytics AI Library Compromised: Cryptocurrency Miner Found in PyPI VersionsA software supply chain attack compromised two versions of the ultralytics library, delivering a cryptocurrency miner through malicious code.Users are advised to upgrade to the latest security-fixed version of the ultralytics library.
Triplestrength hits with ransomware, cloud crypto miningTriplestrength poses a unique threat by combining ransomware attacks with cloud hijacking for cryptocurrency mining.
CrowdStrike Warns of Phishing Scam Targeting Job Seekers with XMRig CryptominerCrowdStrike warns of phishing attacks using its brand to spread cryptominer disguised as job application software.
New Gafgyt Botnet Variant Targets Weak SSH Passwords for GPU Crypto MiningThe Gafgyt botnet is evolving to exploit weak SSH passwords for cryptocurrency mining, particularly in cloud environments.
Thousands of Linux systems infected by stealthy malware since 2021Perfctl malware is highly stealthy and exploits numerous misconfigurations, making detection and eradication challenging for affected Linux systems.
8220 Gang Exploits Oracle WebLogic Server Flaws for Cryptocurrency MiningCryptocurrency mining operation by 8220 Gang exploiting Oracle WebLogic Server security flaws.
Ultralytics AI Library Compromised: Cryptocurrency Miner Found in PyPI VersionsA software supply chain attack compromised two versions of the ultralytics library, delivering a cryptocurrency miner through malicious code.Users are advised to upgrade to the latest security-fixed version of the ultralytics library.
Can You Get Rich Using a Raspberry Pi to Mine Cryptocurrency?Raspberry Pi mining yields negligible profit and is economically unfeasible due to electricity costs far exceeding earnings.
Plan a Crypto Mine Near a U.S. Military Base? Expect a Bigger Hassle Now.The U.S. Treasury is tightening scrutiny on foreign real estate deals near military bases following national security concerns over a China-linked crypto operation.
New Perfctl Malware Targets Linux Servers for Cryptocurrency Mining and ProxyjackingLinux servers are targeted by stealthy malware perfctl, primarily for cryptocurrency mining and proxyjacking.
Bitcoin Miner Marathon Digital Plans $250M Private Note Sale to Fund Bitcoin BuyingMarathon Digital plans $250 million convertible notes sale to fund bitcoin purchases.
An Airbnb host had to ban crypto mining after guests racked up a $1,500 electric billAirbnb host banned cryptocurrency mining on property due to $1,500 electricity bill caused by guest's computer rigs.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Reclaims $62K, Bulls Revisit $100K TargetBitcoin's price recovery mirrors the U.S. stock market rebound.BTC shorts liquidated, analysts predict sustained gains and $100,000 potential.Ionic Digital's IPO delay due to CEO departure and audit issues.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Falls to $62K as Hong Kong ETFs Fail to Meet ExpectationsBitcoin fell below $62,000 during the European morning, with the broader digital asset market dropping around 2.7%.
The Protocol: Analyzing Runes Impact as Bitcoin Fee Bonanza FadesThe sudden popularity of Casey Rodarmor's Runes protocol led to record transaction fees during Bitcoin's recent halving event.
Bitcoin Transaction Fees Come Crashing Down Post HalvingBitcoin transaction fees have significantly decreased post-halving. Runes NFT collection floor prices have also dropped despite expectations of maintaining fee revenue.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Reclaims $62K, Bulls Revisit $100K TargetBitcoin's price recovery mirrors the U.S. stock market rebound.BTC shorts liquidated, analysts predict sustained gains and $100,000 potential.Ionic Digital's IPO delay due to CEO departure and audit issues.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Falls to $62K as Hong Kong ETFs Fail to Meet ExpectationsBitcoin fell below $62,000 during the European morning, with the broader digital asset market dropping around 2.7%.
The Protocol: Analyzing Runes Impact as Bitcoin Fee Bonanza FadesThe sudden popularity of Casey Rodarmor's Runes protocol led to record transaction fees during Bitcoin's recent halving event.
Bitcoin Transaction Fees Come Crashing Down Post HalvingBitcoin transaction fees have significantly decreased post-halving. Runes NFT collection floor prices have also dropped despite expectations of maintaining fee revenue.
Marathon Digital, up 29% in the Past Month, Has Short Sellers AttackingMarathon Digital Holdings faces challenges with negative cash flow despite recent stock gains.
Protocol Village: Bitcoin Miner Marathon, Plans 'Anduro,' a Multi-Chain Layer-2Marathon Digital Holdings is incubating Anduro, a programmable multi-chain layer-2 network on top of the Bitcoin blockchain.Marathon's Anduro allows for the creation of sidechains such as Coordinate and Alys, demonstrating flexibility in programmability.
Marathon Digital, up 29% in the Past Month, Has Short Sellers AttackingMarathon Digital Holdings faces challenges with negative cash flow despite recent stock gains.
Protocol Village: Bitcoin Miner Marathon, Plans 'Anduro,' a Multi-Chain Layer-2Marathon Digital Holdings is incubating Anduro, a programmable multi-chain layer-2 network on top of the Bitcoin blockchain.Marathon's Anduro allows for the creation of sidechains such as Coordinate and Alys, demonstrating flexibility in programmability.
U.S. Blocks China-Tied Crypto Miners as 'National Security Risk' Near Nuke BaseChinese crypto-mining operation near US missile base ordered to shut down for national security reasons.
BluestoneMining: Keeping crypto safe and growing revenues during the plunging Yen and falling DollarJapanese yen is reaching new lows against the dollar due to diverging monetary policies, potentially leading to damaging tariffs.
Bitcoin Miners Are Better Positioned for the Halving This Time Round: BenchmarkMiners are better positioned for the halving due to past gains in bitcoin, potential rally post-event, and network fee adjustments.
Bitcoin Blockchain Has Fourth 'Halving' in 15-Year History, in Show of Monetary Policy Set by CodeThe Bitcoin halving event is a significant moment in the crypto community, emphasizing the scarcity and value proposition of Bitcoin.
Buy Bitcoin Miners Ahead of the Halving, Bernstein SaysBernstein recommends buying Riot Platforms and CleanSpark ahead of the bitcoin halving.
Bitcoin Mining Pool ViaBTC Sells 'Epic' First Post-Halving Sat for $2.13MThe mining pool ViaBTC sold the first post-halving block's satoshi for $2.13 million, using the Ordinals protocol to identify and trade individual satoshis.
Bitcoin Miners Are Better Positioned for the Halving This Time Round: BenchmarkMiners are better positioned for the halving due to past gains in bitcoin, potential rally post-event, and network fee adjustments.
Bitcoin Blockchain Has Fourth 'Halving' in 15-Year History, in Show of Monetary Policy Set by CodeThe Bitcoin halving event is a significant moment in the crypto community, emphasizing the scarcity and value proposition of Bitcoin.
Buy Bitcoin Miners Ahead of the Halving, Bernstein SaysBernstein recommends buying Riot Platforms and CleanSpark ahead of the bitcoin halving.
Bitcoin Mining Pool ViaBTC Sells 'Epic' First Post-Halving Sat for $2.13MThe mining pool ViaBTC sold the first post-halving block's satoshi for $2.13 million, using the Ordinals protocol to identify and trade individual satoshis.
Man indicted in cryptojacking scheme that stole $3.5M from cloud providersIndictment of Nebraska man for $3.5 million cryptojacking scheme involving cloud providers.
Bitcoin Halving Has Crypto Miners Racing for 'Epic Sat' Potentially Worth MillionsThis Bitcoin rewards halving allows for assigning value to individual satoshis, now tradeable as NFTs via Ordinals protocol.
Venezuela bans crypto mining to protect power grid - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comVenezuela bans cryptocurrency mining to protect power infrastructure.
Why is US energy demand soaring putting climate goals at risk?Energy demand in the US is soaring due to various factors like data centers, cryptocurrency mining, and cannabis farming.Forecasts suggest the US will need the equivalent of 34 new nuclear plants in the next five years to meet the rising energy needs.
Venezuela bans crypto mining to protect power grid - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comVenezuela bans cryptocurrency mining to protect power infrastructure.
Why is US energy demand soaring putting climate goals at risk?Energy demand in the US is soaring due to various factors like data centers, cryptocurrency mining, and cannabis farming.Forecasts suggest the US will need the equivalent of 34 new nuclear plants in the next five years to meet the rising energy needs.
Biden's Proposed Nonsensical 30% Tax Would Kill Bitcoin Mining in the U.S.The Biden administration proposed a 30% tax on cryptocurrency miners, in stark contrast to Trump's pro-crypto stance, potentially harming the industry.