Major Bitcoin Mining Company Partners with ASIC Manufacturer to Bring Production to the U.S.
In a move that could have a major impact on the Bitcoin mining industry, a large manufacturer of Bitcoin mining machines has announced a partnership with the largest mining firm in the United States to bring ASIC manufacturing to a new facility being built in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It’s expected that the facility will create hundreds of jobs and will strengthen the U.S. supply chain for ASICs.
This development, including the economies of scale both parties anticipate will be achieved, is likely to encourage other mining companies to follow suit, which could help to further decentralize the Bitcoin mining industry.
ASIC production has traditionally been dominated by manufacturers based in China, but the move to bring manufacturing to the United States is seen by many as a sign that the industry is maturing. It’s also expected that the move could make it more difficult for manufacturers in any one country to dominate the market, and could lead to lower prices overall for miners of all sizes.
The partnership also shows increasing confidence by many major players in the future of Bitcoin mining – they believe that Bitcoin mining will continue to grow in the years to come, and they’re seeking to improve their position within the mining industry and within the Bitcoin community at large.
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