比特幣礦工透過設備升級和策略轉變為減半事件做準備

預計 2024 年 4 月比特幣減半，礦工們正準備升級到更有效率的礦機。美國礦工正在用更新型號的設備取代 S19 系列鑽孔機，而非洲等能源成本較低地區的礦工則正在購買舊設備。非洲之角國家埃塞俄比亞憑藉其負擔得起的電力，正在成為加密貨幣挖礦的中心，吸引了礦工和投資者。

Bitcoin Miners Brace for Halving Event Amidst Equipment Upgrades and Strategic Shifts

比特幣礦工在設備升級和策略轉變中為減半事件做好準備

As the highly anticipated Bitcoin halving event looms just a month away in April, miners are actively preparing for the significant impact it will have on their profitability. The halving will reduce the block reward from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC, effectively cutting miners' revenue in half.

距離 4 月備受期待的比特幣減半即將到來，礦商們正在積極準備，以應對其對其獲利能力的重大影響。減半將使區塊獎勵從 6.25 BTC 減少到 3.125 BTC，從而有效地將礦工的收入減少一半。

In response, many American miners are implementing strategic changes to ensure their continued profitability. One notable trend is the acquisition of more powerful mining machines, such as the S19 series, which currently account for nearly 600,000 units in the US mining ecosystem. These machines offer increased efficiency and performance, allowing miners to maintain profitability despite the reduced block reward.

作為回應，許多美國礦商正在實施戰略變革，以確保其持續獲利。一個值得注意的趨勢是購買更強大的礦機，例如S19系列，目前在美國挖礦生態系統中佔近60萬台。這些機器提供了更高的效率和性能，使礦工能夠在區塊獎勵減少的情況下保持盈利能力。

However, the energy-intensive nature of the S19 series poses challenges in regions with high energy costs, such as the US. As a result, some miners are relocating their operations to countries with lower electricity rates, primarily in South America and Africa.

然而，S19系列的能源密集特性為美國等能源成本高的地區帶來了挑戰。因此，一些礦商正在將業務轉移到電價較低的國家，主要是南美洲和非洲。

"The S19 series and related models can still generate substantial revenue and extend their lifespan if hosted in certain parts of Africa," noted a prominent figure in the Bitcoin mining industry.

比特幣挖礦行業一位知名人士表示：“如果在非洲某些地區託管，S19 系列和相關型號仍然可以產生可觀的收入並延長其使用壽命。”

Simultaneously, a growing number of miners are opting to sell their older equipment to buyers in regions with inexpensive electricity. Ethiopia, Paraguay, and Tanzania have emerged as major destinations for these second-hand machines.

同時，越來越多的礦工選擇將舊設備出售給電力廉價地區的買家。埃塞俄比亞、巴拉圭和坦尚尼亞已成為這些二手機器的主要目的地。

"We've seen a significant increase in demand for used mining equipment ahead of the halving event," said a spokesperson for Luxor Technology, a provider of crypto-mining services and logistics. "However, some customers are delaying purchases until after the halving, anticipating a further price decline."

加密貨幣挖礦服務和物流提供商 Luxor Technology 的發言人表示：“在減半事件之前，我們看到對二手挖礦設備的需求大幅增加。” “然而，一些客戶將購買推遲到減半之後，預計價格將進一步下跌。”

Ethiopia has gained prominence in the cryptocurrency and Bitcoin mining landscape, attracting a substantial influx of older mining machines from the US. The country's low electricity costs, averaging around 3 cents per kilowatt-hour compared to 3-6 cents in the US, have been a key driver of this growth.

衣索比亞在加密貨幣和比特幣挖礦領域佔據主導地位，吸引了大量來自美國的舊礦機湧入。該國的電力成本較低，平均每千瓦時 3 美分左右，而美國為 3-6 美分，這是這一增長的關鍵驅動力。

Chinese cryptocurrency mining firms have also been ramping up their investments in Ethiopia, according to Bloomberg. While China's strict stance on cryptocurrencies may have played a role, the country's inexpensive electricity is likely a more significant factor in the relocation decision.

根據彭博社報道，中國加密貨幣礦業公司也一直在加大對衣索比亞的投資。儘管中國對加密貨幣的嚴格立場可能發揮了一定作用，但該國廉價的電力可能是搬遷決定中更重要的因素。

The Bitcoin halving event is expected to have a profound impact on the mining industry. Miners are adapting their strategies, investing in new equipment, and exploring alternative locations to maintain their profitability. The shifting landscape underscores the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency ecosystem and the ongoing evolution of the Bitcoin mining sector.

比特幣減半事件預計將對挖礦業產生深遠影響。礦商正在調整策略，投資新設備，並探索替代地點以維持獲利能力。這種不斷變化的格局凸顯了加密貨幣生態系統的動態本質以及比特幣挖礦產業的持續發展。