Mining

Deep dives on Bitcoin mining mechanics, profitability drivers, pools, fees, difficulty, and the halving.
Nov
02
Graphic for What Is a Hash? Video Explainer featuring input data blocks, a central Bitcoin processor with a red play button, and a fixed-length cryptographic output.

What is a Hash? Video Explainer + Transcript

A short video explaining hashing in Bitcoin. Includes the full transcript, FAQs, and a link to our complete written guide on hashes.
3 min read
Oct
19
What Is a Bitcoin Node? (VIDEO)

What Is a Bitcoin Node? (VIDEO)

Learn how Bitcoin nodes act like chess referees to enforce rules, prevent fraud, and secure the network. Watch our video to master the basics.
Oct
09
Miners vs Nodes

Miners vs Nodes

Miners solve hashes, nodes enforce rules. Learn the difference, plus how Simple Mining’s "nameplate power" perk saves you 5.7% on your hosting bill.
2 min read
Oct
05
Black-and-white line-art of decentralized Bitcoin mining with DATUM. Six ASIC miners each construct their own block template, all linked to a flowing Bitcoin network ribbon above.

What Is DATUM? How Bitcoin's Decentralization Protocol Works

DATUM hands block construction back to miners. How Ocean's protocol works and why it matters for Bitcoin.
8 min read
Oct
05
History of Bitcoin Mining

History of Bitcoin Mining

From CPUs to ASICs, explore the evolution of Bitcoin mining. Learn why energy efficiency is the new competitive edge in the mining industry.
4 min read
Sep
10
Graphic for What Is Bitcoin Mining? Video Explainer with racks of ASIC miners, a Bitcoin logo, and a red play button.

What is Bitcoin Mining? Video Explainer + Transcript

A short video explaining Bitcoin mining for beginners. Includes the full transcript, FAQs, and a link to our complete written mining guide.
2 min read
Sep
10
Graphic for What is Hashprice? Video Explainer featuring two Bitcoin miners, a central processing chip with a red play button, and Bitcoin and dollar symbols with a growth chart.

What is Hashprice? Video Explainer + Transcript

A short video explaining Bitcoin hashprice for miners and investors. Includes the full transcript, FAQs, and a link to our full guide.
2 min read
Aug
24
A technical infographic illustrating hashprice: two ASIC miners connect to a central processor chip that outputs Bitcoin and Dollar coins alongside an upward-trending growth chart.

What is Hashprice: Essential Guide for Bitcoin Miners

Hashprice is the single metric that tells Bitcoin miners how much revenue one terahash of hashing power generates in a day. Here's how.
5 min read
Aug
03
Diagram showing the mempool, a fee-rate gauge, and transactions being prioritized into a block by miners.

Bitcoin Transaction Fees Explained

Bitcoin fees depend on transaction size, not the amount sent. Learn how the mempool drives costs and when to consolidate UTXOs.
7 min read
Jul
31
Mining vs buying Bitcoin: split line-art illustration showing a Bitcoin ASIC miner on the left and a phone with a BTC/USD price chart and Buy button on the right.

Mining vs Buying Bitcoin: Which Is More Profitable in 2026

Mining or buying Bitcoin comes down to power rate, capital, and time horizon. The buy-vs-mine framework shows which path fits you.
11 min read