The Worst of 2022, Argo's Bull Run and Fixing Texas' Grid

Published: Tue, 01/03/23

January 3, 2023
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The worst of Bitcoin mining in 2022

Even the most casual observer knows that crypto had a bad year. The reasons for the industry’s tumult could fill an entire article on their own.

 

But the Bitcoin mining sector had a particularly rough year, and this article is dedicated to cataloging all of the bad things that miners suffered.

 

From bankruptcies and resignations to delistings and lawsuits, Bitcoin miners saw it all. Here’s a recap of the worst events from Bitcoin mining in 2022.

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Reflecting on Argo Blockchain’s bull run

At seemingly the eleventh hour, Argo Blockchain (ARBK)  found a savior. Let’s take a brief look at the last two years of Argo Blockchain after their sale of Helios to Galaxy Digital.

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Working on ASICs this holiday? Sitting around the fireplace looking at pool payouts? We've got a playlist for you!

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Mining News Feed

Bloomberg / BlackRock Lends Money to Bankrupt Bitcoin Miner Core Scientific

 

CoinDesk / Bitcoin Miner Bitfarms' CEO Resigns and Is Replaced by COO

 

Decrypt / Bitcoin Miner Argo Blockchain Sells Texas Facility to Galaxy Digital for $65M

Chart of the Week

Ethereum dominated demand for blockspace in 2022, as measured by protocol fees. Binance Smart Chain and Tron followed with Bitcoin coming in last of the four major chains with substantial fee markets.

(Source: Data Always)

Today we are joined by Doug Lewin, President of Stoic Energy. We discuss the recent winter snap in Texas, what ERCOT is doing to fix the energy grid and how Bitcoin miners and other flexible loads fit into the Texas market.

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Mining Stock Snapshot

*As of Tuesday, January 3

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