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International Business Times
International Business Times
Business
Lucie LEQUIER

Bitcoin Miners Face Survival Test In 'Halving'

The bitcoin 'halving' happens every four years (Credit: AFP)

Miners of bitcoin will soon face a halving of the reward for operating the most popular cryptocurrency, in a pivotal event that is a test of survival, industry commentators say.

The halving, held every four years and next due this month, exposes the weakest mining companies and individuals because it slashes their main source of income, according to experts.

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