ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, JPMorgan released a research report indicating that in the first two weeks of April, U.S.-listed Bitcoin mining companies showed mixed results, but pure Bitcoin cross-operator performance outperformed those involved in high-performance computing (HPC), with only MARA Holdings and CleanSpark performing better than Bitcoin.In addition, the total market capitalization of 13 U.S.-listed Bitcoin mining companies fell by 2% in April, dropping to $16.9 billion; in the first two weeks of this month, miners earned approximately $41,500 per EH/s in daily block rewards, a decrease of 12% compared to March.

ChainCatcher news, according to an official announcement, the U.S. publicly traded company Janover Inc. announced on April 11 that it has purchased 44,158 Solana (SOL) for approximately $5 million. This purchase brings Janover's total holdings of Solana to 83,084, valued at around $9.6 million. The company will immediately begin staking its newly acquired SOL, generating revenue while supporting the Solana network. Previously, on April 4, 2025, the Janover board approved a new financial policy, authorizing the long-term accumulation of cryptocurrency assets starting with Solana.It is reported that Janover is an artificial intelligence platform connecting the commercial real estate industry.

ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, JPMorgan's tracking data shows that in February, the global hash rate share of U.S. listed Bitcoin mining companies reached 29%, nearly double that of a year ago.The report noted that the Bitcoin network hash rate increased by 6% this month. However, JPMorgan stated that the daily profitability of crypto mining has decreased by 13% compared to the end of January.

ChainCatcher news, Thumzup Media Corporation (NASDAQ: TZUP) has issued a letter to its shareholders outlining the significant achievements the company has made in 2024 and its strategic vision for the future.The shareholder letter mentions that, based on Thumzup's strategic focus on cryptocurrency, Thumzup also received board approval on January 17 to allocate up to 90% of the company's liquid assets to Bitcoin. This decision highlights Thumzup's commitment to leveraging Bitcoin not only as a payment method but also as a crucial component of Thumzup's financial asset strategy. To continuously innovate and enhance user choices, Thumzup strategically acquired 19.106 BTC, with an investment amount of $2,000,020.

ChainCatcher news, according to TheMiningMag data, last year, the Bitcoin holdings of publicly listed cryptocurrency mining companies in the United States doubled, reaching a total of 92,473 BTC by the end of December, valued at $8.6 billion. The largest holder is MARA Holdings (MARA), which holds 44,893 BTC, accounting for nearly half of the total holdings.MARA is the second largest holder among publicly listed companies, only behind MicroStrategy (MSTR) with 450,000 BTC. According to data from Bitcoin Treasuries, three other mining companies hold more than 10,000 BTC: Riot Platforms (RIOT) holds 17,722 BTC, Hut 8 (HUT) holds 10,171 BTC, and CleanSpark (CLSK) holds 10,097 BTC. Not all miners follow the HODL strategy. IREN (IREN), TeraWulf (WULF), and Core Scientific (CORZ) hold very little Bitcoin, or even none at all.

ChainCatcher news, according to a report by Jefferies, U.S. listed Bitcoin mining companies accounted for 25.3% of the global hash rate in December 2024. The report noted that Bitcoin prices rose by 15% in December, outpacing the network hash rate growth of 6.5%, leading to improved mining profitability.In December, U.S. listed mining companies mined a total of 3,602 Bitcoins, up from 3,404 in November. Among them, MARA produced the highest output at 890 Bitcoins, followed by CleanSpark (CLSK) with 668 Bitcoins. MARA's installed hash rate is 53.2 EH/s, the largest in the industry, with CleanSpark closely following at 39.1 EH/s.

ChainCatcher news, according to the Financial Times, as competition for resources intensifies, U.S. Bitcoin miners are accumulating cryptocurrency funds to help them withstand tightening profit margins. Companies including Mara Holdings, Riot Platforms, and CleanSpark have raised over $3.7 billion from investors since last November, capitalizing on the surge in Bitcoin prices, and then using those funds to purchase Bitcoin. They typically raise funds through zero-interest (or near-zero-interest) convertible bonds.Core Scientific's Chief Development Officer Russell Cann stated, "It's not as simple as everyone being happy after the Bitcoin price goes up. There are still complex challenges regarding profitability and grid access." Miners' plans also include expanding artificial intelligence capabilities, marking a sharp turnaround in the industry's prospects. The industry has been struggling for the past eight months following the Bitcoin mining reward halving. Cann also mentioned, "The demand for artificial intelligence in the U.S. will greatly impact the scale of Bitcoin mining." He predicts that in the coming years, most of Bitcoin's computing power will come from outside the United States.

ChainCatcher news, according to Jinshi reports, KULR has launched a Bitcoin reserve, spending $21 million to acquire approximately 217 bitcoins.Previous news, the NYSE-listed company KULR Technology Group (NYSE: KULR) announced that the board has agreed to include Bitcoin as a key asset in its financial plan. KULR is a technology company that provides energy management solutions for the aerospace and defense sectors.

ChainCatcher news, according to CryptoBriefing, Nasdaq-listed company and video sharing and cloud services platform Rumble announced it will invest up to $20 million to purchase Bitcoin as an important part of the company's financial diversification strategy. The company's board has approved this resolution, positioning Bitcoin as a strategic asset and an inflation hedge.Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski stated that Bitcoin is still in the early adoption phase, and the crypto-friendly policies of the U.S. government and the increase in institutional investors are accelerating this process. The company plans to integrate cryptocurrency into its ecosystem, creating a leading video and cloud services platform for the crypto community. The specific timing of purchases will be determined by management based on market conditions, Bitcoin prices, and the company's cash flow needs.

ChainCatcher news, according to Bitcoin Magazine, the publicly traded company Semler Scientific has increased its holdings by 297 BTC, worth approximately 29.1 million dollars.

ChainCatcher News, the U.S. publicly traded company SAIHEAT Limited (NASDAQ: SAIH, SAITW) announced that it has purchased $1.5 million worth of Bitcoin and currently holds approximately 102 Bitcoins, including staked and restricted Bitcoins.The company stated that it is committed to implementing a comprehensive HODL strategy for its Bitcoin holdings, aiming to retain the Bitcoins mined through operations as long-term assets. Additionally, SAIHEAT is making strategic purchases in the open market to increase its Bitcoin reserves while aligning with its long-term financial goals.It is understood that SAIHEAT Limited is a company providing integrated energy services for data centers, formerly known as SAI.TECH Global Corporation, which merged with TradeUP Global Corporation in May 2022 to become a publicly traded company on NASDAQ. (Globenewswire)

ChainCatcher news, Nasdaq-listed company Steakholder Foods Ltd. announced that its board of directors has approved the purchase of up to $1 million in Bitcoin or an index tracking cryptocurrencies.Steakholder Foods CEO Arik Kaufman stated, "As the demand for cryptocurrencies continues to grow and their acceptance as an asset class increases, we believe that Bitcoin or a diversified basket of cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin will become a strong financial reserve asset for the company. Given the recent approvals of cryptocurrency ETFs and the increasing support from institutional investors, cryptocurrencies can serve as a great complement to our financial strategy, aiming to provide practical value storage."It is reported that Steakholder Foods is a manufacturer of alternative proteins and 3D printing technology, and it is a company from Israel that is listed on Nasdaq.

ChainCatcher news, according to Accesswire, the U.S. publicly traded company LQR House Inc. (NASDAQ: LQR) announced today that its board has approved the purchase of $1 million worth of Bitcoin as part of its capital management strategy. Additionally, the company will now accept cryptocurrency payments on CWSpirits.com, allowing customers to flexibly use digital currency to purchase alcoholic beverages. As part of this plan, LQR House has adopted a policy to hold up to $10 million in cryptocurrency payments as Bitcoin, reflecting the company's confidence in the long-term potential and value of digital assets. The press release stated that while Bitcoin will now be incorporated into LQR House's diversification strategy, the company remains firmly committed to its core business.

ChainCatcher news, according to Coindesk, Jefferies investment bank pointed out in its latest research report that due to the Bitcoin price dropping over 6% in July while the network hash rate remained stable, Bitcoin mining profits have slightly decreased compared to June. Jefferies lowered the target stock price for Marathon Digital from $22 to $17, but maintained a hold rating. The stock fell 0.7% in pre-market trading to about $15.The report shows that U.S.-listed mining companies produced more Bitcoin in July, accounting for 21.1% of the total network output, up from 20.7% in May. Analysts Jonathan Petersen and Joe Dickstein noted that the pace of new capacity additions by public companies has outstripped the growth rate of the network hash rate. Marathon Digital produced 692 Bitcoins in July, a 17% increase from the previous month, and its installed hash rate remains the largest in the industry.JPMorgan's report also pointed out that the global hash rate share of U.S.-listed miners reached a record high in July. August will be more challenging for miners as the Bitcoin price has dropped about 5% and the network hash rate has begun to grow again.

ChainCatcher news, JPMorgan pointed out that Bitcoin miners listed in the United States accounted for a record 26.6% of the global hash rate. The bank stated that all miners, except for Stronghold Digital, outperformed Bitcoin during this period. Due to the rise in stock prices of both pure miners and high-performance computing (HPC) miners, Bitcoin mining stocks reached an all-time high in the first two weeks of this month.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, based on a report by JPMorgan analysts, as of June 15, the market capitalization of publicly listed Bitcoin mining companies in the United States reached a record of $22.8 billion.JPMorgan analysts Reginald Smith and Charles Pearce wrote in a report to clients on Monday that in the first half of June, 14 publicly listed stocks in the U.S. rose, with Core Scientific, TeraWulf, and IREN increasing by 117%, 80%, and 70%, respectively.Argo Blockchain was the only mining company to see a price decline in June, with a drop of 7%, underperforming Bitcoin's price decline of 3%.Marathon Digital is currently the largest Bitcoin mining company by market capitalization in the U.S., valued at $5.3 billion, followed by CleanSpark and Riot Platforms, with market capitalizations of $4 billion and $3 billion, respectively.

ChainCatcher news, according to Coindesk, due to investors' positive reaction to the news of the artificial intelligence deal between Core Scientific and CoreWeave, U.S. listed mining companies outperformed Bitcoin in the first half of June. JPMorgan stated in a research report on Monday that the total market capitalization of 14 publicly listed Bitcoin mining companies in the U.S. reached a historic high of $22.8 billion on June 15. In the first two weeks of June, almost all listed mining companies outperformed Bitcoin, with Core Scientific (CORZ) performing the best, rising 117%, while Argo Blockchain (ARBK) performed the worst, falling 7%.

ChainCatcher news, according to Bloomberg, the cryptocurrency exchange Kraken plans to launch trading services for U.S. listed stocks and ETFs in 2024, venturing into businesses outside the crypto space.According to an anonymous source, Kraken will initially offer the aforementioned trading through a new division called Kraken Securities in the U.S. and the U.K. It is reported that the company has obtained the necessary regulatory licenses in the U.K. and has applied for a broker-dealer license with the U.S. Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.