The latest earnings season saw Bitcoin miners releasing mixed results amid a postelection Bitcoin rally. As Bitcoin (BTC) reached a record high of $89,995 on Monday, the cryptocurrency’s rapid ascent continued to fuel activity in the mining sector. Leading miners, including Hut 8 (NASDAQ:HUT), HIVE Digital (NASDAQ:HIVE), and MARA Holdings (NASDAQ:MARA), delivered quarterly results with varied financial outcomes.

Despite Bitcoin’s robust year-to-date gain of 112%, the quarterly reports indicate different growth strategies and financial performance among these industry players.

Hut 8: Expanding with AI Integration

Hut 8 posted a significant earnings improvement, with EPS of 1 cent compared to last year’s loss of 10 cents. The miner reported a 101% increase in revenue to $43.74 million, well above FactSet’s projected revenue of $34.6 million. In total, Hut 8 mined 234 Bitcoin during the quarter, generating an average revenue per Bitcoin of $61,025 against a mining cost of $31,482.

Hut 8 is also expanding into artificial intelligence (AI) services, introducing a GPU-as-a-Service business through its subsidiary, Highrise AI. The miner has entered into a five-year partnership with an AI cloud services provider, securing fixed infrastructure payments and a revenue-sharing agreement. CEO Asher Genoot shared that three of the company’s large-scale AI data center projects, with a combined capacity of over 430 megawatts, are scheduled to launch by 2025.

Further, Hut 8 is upgrading its ASIC Bitcoin mining equipment to improve mining efficiency by 37%, with updates expected to be completed in the first half of 2025. This investment in both AI and hardware upgrades reflects Hut 8’s commitment to diversification and technological advancement.

The strong earnings and growth potential saw HUT stock rise 6.2% early Wednesday, contributing to its year-to-date gain of nearly 79%.

HIVE Digital: High-Performance Computing Boosts Revenue

HIVE Digital reported a narrower-than-expected quarterly loss of 6 cents per share, outperforming analyst estimates of a 9 cent loss. Despite this improvement, revenue fell slightly by 0.5% to $22.65 million, falling short of FactSet’s $25 million estimate. Revenue from digital currency mining declined by 7.8% to $20.77 million, while revenue from high-performance computing surged to $1.88 million from $253,000 a year prior.

HIVE Digital mined 340 Bitcoin during the quarter and closed with a reserve of 2,604 Bitcoin, valued at $165.2 million. This revenue diversification, with a focus on high-performance computing, suggests HIVE Digital’s strategy to navigate the volatile crypto market.

HIVE stock saw a slight increase on Wednesday, bringing its year-to-date gain to nearly 16%, with a 12% jump earlier in the week following Bitcoin’s record high.

MARA Holdings: Production Increases, Earnings Miss

MARA Holdings reported a challenging quarter, with a loss of 42 cents per share, widening from a 34-cent loss last year and missing estimates for a loss of 26 cents. Revenue rose by 35% to $131.6 million but did not meet expectations of $140.3 million.

MARA mined 2,070 Bitcoin during the quarter and acquired an additional 6,210 Bitcoin. The company made this acquisition using proceeds from a $300 million convertible note offering at an average purchase price of $59,500 per Bitcoin. MARA now holds a total of 26,747 Bitcoin, a substantial reserve that reflects the miner’s long-term belief in Bitcoin’s value appreciation.

The company’s mining fleet grew by 7%, totaling 268,000 active miners. MARA did not sell any Bitcoin during the quarter, reinforcing its accumulation strategy. MARA stock initially dropped 4% in premarket trading on Wednesday but recovered later, driven by Bitcoin’s overall market gains. The stock is up 7.4% year-to-date.

Bitcoin Miners Look Ahead as Bitcoin Rallies

The earnings season highlighted various strategies and challenges for major Bitcoin miners. Hut 8’s diversified growth into AI, HIVE Digital’s focus on high-performance computing, and MARA’s aggressive Bitcoin accumulation all reflect unique approaches to capitalizing on the Bitcoin rally.

As Bitcoin miners navigate fluctuating prices and increasing operational costs, these quarterly results emphasize the importance of strategic adaptation. With Bitcoin hitting record highs and growing interest in blockchain technologies, the future appears promising for those equipped to innovate and scale.

The current postelection Bitcoin rally is driving market interest, yet the long-term performance of Bitcoin miners will hinge on efficient operations and continued adoption of crypto and blockchain technology.

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The cryptocurrency market experienced a remarkable surge as Bitcoin (BTC) soared to a fresh all-time high, surpassing $93,000 amid a “Trump crypto rally.” This rally has been fueled by the renewed optimism in the crypto community following Donald Trump’s recent election victory. Alongside Bitcoin, Dogecoin (DOGE), the popular meme coin often associated with tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, has seen its value skyrocket, gaining over 150% since election day. This extraordinary momentum suggests a promising yet unpredictable future for the digital currency landscape.

Bitcoin Reaches New Heights Amid Trump Crypto Rally

Bitcoin’s unprecedented rise past $93,000 marks an all-time high, driven by investor confidence that Trump’s presidency could usher in a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment. Since Trump’s victory, Bitcoin’s value has surged by over a third, reflecting the widespread anticipation of favorable policies and relaxed regulatory scrutiny for digital assets. The industry has long viewed the current administration as an obstacle, with leaders advocating for more straightforward guidelines and reduced oversight.

Dogecoin Soars After Trump Taps Musk for Government Efficiency

In a move that further invigorated the crypto market, Trump announced that Elon Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy would lead the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (Doge). Dogecoin responded with a rapid increase in value, continuing to climb as Musk’s involvement heightened investor interest. The new advisory group, expected to bring innovative and cost-effective approaches to government operations, may also open avenues for blockchain integration within government processes, sparking even greater optimism in the crypto sector.

Crypto Advocates Find Renewed Hope in Trump Administration

Trump’s close ties to prominent figures in the crypto world, including Musk and Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick, have been seen as promising signals for the industry. Lutnick, a key player on Trump’s transition team, has advocated for less restrictive crypto policies. His influence could bring more crypto-friendly figures into Trump’s economic advisory team, setting the stage for potential industry growth and expansion.

This administration change marks a stark contrast to the previous leadership under the Biden administration, which took steps to impose greater oversight and regulations on the crypto market. Gary Gensler, former chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), was perceived as a critic of unregulated cryptocurrency, emphasizing investor protections after high-profile cases like the FTX and Binance collapses.

Crypto Community’s Role in Trump’s Victory

Throughout the election, Trump received substantial support from the crypto community, with many industry leaders rallying behind his campaign to unseat regulatory hawks. High-profile crypto enthusiasts like Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, publicly voiced support for Trump’s approach, noting, “The Biden administration’s war on crypto is coming to an end.” Such endorsements underscore the widespread belief that Trump’s victory may signal a revival for the digital asset space in the U.S.

Dogecoin’s Role in Government and Musk’s Influence

Trump’s appointment of Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency solidified Musk’s role in influencing Trump’s administration. Under this initiative, Dogecoin is expected to partner with the White House’s Office of Management and Budget, advising on efficiency measures and cost-reduction strategies within government operations. Musk, known for his commitment to transparency, plans to document the department’s actions on his social platform, X (formerly Twitter), inviting public input on government spending decisions.

Musk shared his excitement on X, posting, “Anytime the public thinks we are cutting something important or not cutting something wasteful, just let us know!” His proactive approach has resonated with both the public and investors, further fueling Dogecoin’s rising valuation.

Looking Ahead: Will the Trump Crypto Rally Sustain?

The Trump crypto rally underscores the cryptocurrency community’s optimism for reduced regulatory pressure and increased adoption. As Trump’s administration develops, industry stakeholders are closely watching for signals that might shape the future of digital assets in the U.S. However, experts caution that market volatility remains a factor, and investor confidence may hinge on the administration’s ability to deliver on pro-crypto promises.

For now, the Trump crypto rally has provided a significant boost to digital assets like Bitcoin and Dogecoin, reigniting interest and investment. As policies and appointments continue to unfold, the crypto market’s reaction will serve as a barometer for the administration’s impact on digital currencies. With the crypto industry entering a new phase under Trump’s leadership, investors and crypto advocates alike remain hopeful for a prosperous era of growth and innovation.

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Popular cryptocurrency tax software provider has expanded its offerings to support tax reporting for UK crypto investors.

AUSTIN, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CoinLedger, a leading tax reporting platform for cryptocurrency users, today announced its official expansion into the United Kingdom. Investors and cryptocurrency users in the UK can now use the platform to automate all of their capital gains, losses, and income tax reporting in accordance with UK tax laws.

“We’re extremely excited to be expanding our full suite of tax reporting tools and offerings to help UK cryptocurrency investors stay compliant with local laws,” said David Kemmeer, Co-Founder and CEO of CoinLedger. “We’ve seen incredible demand not just here in the U.S., but from crypto consumers all over the world who need help with tax reporting. With this rollout, crypto tax compliance for the average UK resident will be as simple as a few button clicks.”

The interoperable nature of cryptocurrencies and digital assets, with transfers across different blockchains, wallets, and exchanges, can create tax reporting nightmares for individuals. CoinLedger solves this problem by integrating directly with hundreds of cryptocurrency platforms to allow any user to track their digital-asset transaction history across the entire crypto-economy.

By syncing their wallets to CoinLedger, UK users can now automatically import and account for their historical transactions across all of their crypto platforms. From here, they can generate the relevant local tax forms with the click of a button.

HMRC, along with government agencies around the world, is quickly ramping up enforcement efforts with regards to the tax compliance for digital assets. Efforts include increased tax audits, compliance requirements for exchanges, and new intelligence units. These initiatives are expected to increase in years ahead as the digital asset industry continues to grow.

About CoinLedger

CoinLedger enables seamless portfolio tracking and tax reporting for participants of the digital asset economy. Founded in 2018, CoinLedger was built to reduce the friction of participating in the cryptocurrency ecosystem by making tax reporting as simple as possible. By directly integrating with major exchanges, wallets, blockchains, and NFT platforms, CoinLedger provides a unified dashboard for users to track and monitor their cryptocurrency activity. Whether you’re trading cryptocurrencies, buying and selling NFTs, or staking on DeFi protocols, CoinLedger makes tracking your portfolio and reporting your taxes more straightforward than ever. For more information on UK cryptocurrency taxes, visit https://coinledger.io/guides/crypto-tax-uk.

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NEW YORK and LONDON and SINGAPORE, Nov. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Taiko, Ethereum‘s first based rollup network, has just enabled multiple Zero-Knowledge (ZK) proofs powered by Succinct and RISC Zero. This enhanced multi-proof architecture, that currently includes SGX proofs, will help secure the network’s 5 million daily transactions.

As ZK-tech is still early in its development, Taiko’s multi-proof approach aims to address any possible bugs or concerns brought by a single proving system. The implementation of multiple provers allows for more oversight and strengthened security.

“We still appreciate SGX proofs but we have to acknowledge that they have the potential to be buggy. Now with ZK proofs, we can override this concern with them acting as another level of security. We’re aiming to add more ZK proofs when they become available, or even combine different types of ZK proofs into a single proof. Until ZK systems are fully mature and audited, the multi-proof setup is very important for us,” said Yue, Taiko’s proving-system engineer.

Taiko will now require 3% of all blocks proposed by its fallback proposer Taiko Beats to have either Succinct or RISC Zero proofs. This limited requirement is implemented to allow community proposers time to prepare. Taiko’s goal is to extend ZK proof requirements to all proposers in the near future.

In 2025, the percentage of blocks proven by ZK will ramp to 100%, positioning Taiko as a fully ZK-based rollup.

“Taiko is on the right path to scaling Ethereum the right way,” said Daniel Wang, Taiko cofounder.

Multi-proof designs are key in ensuring security for based rollups, especially when their contracts on Ethereum are immutable and cannot be swiftly upgraded or reconfigured by a controlling party.

With ZK proofs adding assurance without reliance on trusted parties, this multiple prover approach aligns with Ethereum‘s evolving vision for a trustless, secure ecosystem. This was even recently highlighted as the future of ZK technology by Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum‘s founder.

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Key development reinforces QCP Trading’s commitment to regulatory excellence in Singapore.

SINGAPORE, Nov. 11, 2024 /CNW/ — QCP Trading Pte. Ltd. (“QCP Trading”), has received an In-Principle Approval (“IPA”) for a Major Payment Institution (“MPI”) License from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”). The IPA represents an essential step toward full licensing, allowing QCP Trading to prepare to offer regulated spot trading services for digital payment tokens.

The IPA reinforces QCP Trading’s dedication to Singapore’s high regulatory standards, marking a key step towards the eventual goal of providing compliant, innovative, and efficient solutions for clients. QCP Trading aims to provide spot trading for a wide range of stablecoins and major digital tokens supported by its comprehensive on/off ramping services in multiple currencies. Leveraging 24/7 support, seamless API integration, dedicated voice trading capabilities and same-day settlement through its local banking partners, QCP Trading aspires to build a leading spot franchise and position itself as one of the most price-competitive players in the digital asset space.

“As we pursue the full MPI license, we remain focused on supporting Singapore’s growing reputation as a leader in digital asset regulation,” said Darius Sit, Founder of QCP Trading. “We take pride in our ability to remain agile and responsive to both global and local market conditions, which is the key to success in this rapidly evolving sector. This latest milestone for QCP Trading reinforces our belief in the importance of a strong regulatory foundation for sustainable growth and positioning ourselves to be a trusted partner of choice in the digital asset space.”

“QCP Trading aims to champion robust governance frameworks and our early recognition of the critical role of regulation has proven to be a strategic foresight,” Melvin Deng, Chief Executive Officer of QCP Trading added. “We reaffirm our dedication to fostering strong partnerships in Singapore and look forward to working closely with the MAS to achieve the MPI license.”

With Singapore at the core of its strategy, QCP Trading aims to grow the local team, prioritizing the recruitment of exceptional talent to facilitate its ongoing growth and ensure adherence to local regulations. QCP Trading is dedicated to delivering institutional-grade solutions in digital assets spot trading, positioning itself as a trusted partner in Asia and beyond.

About QCP Trading

QCP Trading is the dedicated OTC spot trading arm of QCP Group, providing institutional clients with secure, compliant, and efficient spot trading solutions. QCP Trading offers a wide array of services such as on/off ramping, seamless API integration, and personalized voice trading channels, ensuring a smooth and tailored trading experience with quick settlement times.

QCP Trading has received the IPA from MAS for an MPI License to provide digital payment token services for OTC spot trading in Singapore.

More information can be found at www.qcpgroup.com.

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Elisha Thiara – elisha.thiara@qcp.capital 

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