This milestone highlights the increased security of the world's first large-scale blockchain network.
On October 21, Bitcoin ‘s network hashrate – which measures the total computing power used to protect the blockchain – reached a new all-time high of 769.82 exahash per second (EH/s).
According to BitInfoCharts data, Bitcoin’s hash rate has been steadily increasing since 2021. This growth is often attributed to advances in mining hardware, particularly the development of application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) that are optimized for mining.
As the hashing power of Bitcoin increases, so does the cost to mine a single BTC token.
Bitcoin has reached a major benchmark in its battle against traditional financial benchmarks, with its value relative to the S&P 500 hitting a record high of 17.725 on May 8.
A well-regarded crypto analyst believes that Bitcoin (BTC) could experience a final, explosive rally before the current market cycle concludes.
Dan Tapiero, a seasoned macro investor and hedge fund manager, sees potential for a significant Bitcoin surge if the U.S. economy hits a downturn that pushes the Federal Reserve toward aggressive rate cuts.
Bitcoin rose steadily in April, breaking through the psychological barrier of $100,000.