Blockchain
HIVE Blockchain Increases Next Generation Bitcoin Mining Power at Green Energy-Powered Operation in Quebec; Announces Updated Timing for Filing of Financial Statements
Vancouver, British Columbia–(Newsfile Corp. – August 31, 2020) – HIVE Blockchain Technologies Ltd. (TSXV: HIVE) (OTCQX: HVBTF) (FSE: HBF) (the “Company” or “HIVE”) is pleased to announce that it has installed 1,000 MicroBT WhatsMiner M30S miners with an aggregate operating hashpower of 93 Petahash per second (PH/s) as it continues to scale up next generation mining power at its green energy-powered bitcoin mining operation in Quebec. The Company also announces that it expects to file its audited financial statements, related management discussion and analysis and certifications of financial statements for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020 on or about September 10, 2020 rather than the scheduled due date of July 29, 2020, as it relies on the Canadian regulatory pronouncement due to the COVID-19 global pandemic that all public companies are provided a 45-day extension period.
New Miners
Following the installation of the 1,000 MicroBT WhatsMiner M30S miners, HIVE’s aggregate operating hash rate specifically from next generation mining equipment at its Quebec facility is now approximately 217 PH/s, utilizing approximately 9.1 megawatts (MW) power, equating to approximately 23.8 PH/MW of power, which HIVE believes is one of the most energy efficient bitcoin mining operations in Canada.
The new equipment consists of 600 M30S 90 terahashes per second (TH/s) units, 300 M30S 88 TH/s units, and 100 M30S 86 TH/s units. The cost is approximately $1,935 per unit, or just under $2M. The equipment will initially be hosted by HIVE on behalf of an institutional client. However, it is anticipated that HIVE will enter into a subsequent financing agreement with this client in which HIVE will assume ownership of the equipment with payment made through cash on hand and through a loan provided by this client and secured against the miners.
As previously announced last month, HIVE also ordered 200 additional Bitmain Antminer S17e miners, with an aggregate operating hashpower of 12 PH/s. With the production and delivery delays that are being experienced at Bitmain, the timing of the delivery and installation of this new mining equipment is uncertain.
Financial Statements
As previously announced, due to circumstances created by the COVID-19 global pandemic, the Company is relying on the 45-day extension period for the filing of its financial statements and related materials provided to issuers by Canadian regulators, as enacted in Instrument 51-517 – Temporary Exemption from Certain Corporate Finance Requirements with Deadlines during the Period from June 2 to August 31, 2020 by the British Columbia Securities Commission (“BCSC”) (“BC Instrument 51-517”).
As required by BC Instrument 51-517, the Company discloses the following:
The Company now expects to file its audited financial statements, related management discussion and analysis and certifications of financial statements for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020 on or about September 10, 2020 and the quarterly report for the first quarter ended June 30, 2020 along with the related management discussion and analysis on or about October 13, 2020.
In the interim, the Company’s management and other insiders are subject to a trading black-out policy that reflects the principles in Section 9 of National Policy 11-207 – Failure-to-File Cease Trade Orders.
The Company confirms that since the filing of its financial statements and related management discussion and analysis for the period ended December 31st, 2019, there have been no material business developments other than those disclosed through news releases.
HIVE Shares Sales by Cryptologic Corp.
The Company’s management has been made aware of the recent divestiture of HIVE common shares held by Cryptologic Corp. pursuant to an orderly sales process outlined in the agreement. Cryptologic had received 15 million HIVE shares in April 2020 as part of the purchase price for HIVE’s acquisition of Cryptologic’s 30-MW capacity bitcoin mining operation in Quebec. The shares were subject to a four-month lock-up agreement, which has now expired.
About HIVE Blockchain Technologies Ltd.
HIVE Blockchain Technologies Ltd. is a growth oriented, TSX.V-listed company building a bridge from the blockchain sector to traditional capital markets. HIVE owns state-of-the-art digital currency mining facilities in Canada, Sweden, and Iceland which produce newly minted digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum continuously. Our deployments provide shareholders with exposure to the operating margins of digital currency mining as well as a growing portfolio of crypto-coins.
For more information and to register to HIVE’s mailing list, please visit www.HIVEblockchain.com. Follow @HIVEblockchain on Twitter and subscribe to HIVE’s YouTube channel.
On Behalf of HIVE Blockchain Technologies Ltd.
“Frank Holmes”
Interim Executive Chairman
Investor Relations:
Frank Holmes
Tel: (604) 664-1078
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
Forward-Looking Information
Except for the statements of historical fact, this news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of the applicable Canadian securities legislation that is based on expectations, estimates and projections as at the date of this news release. The information in this news release that is forward-looking information, include: statements about anticipated financing arrangements for the 1,000 MicroBT WhatsMiner M30S miners; scaling up next generation mining power at the Company’s green energy-powered bitcoin mining operation in Quebec; estimates of operating hash rate from next generation mining equipment at the Company’s Quebec facility; increase of mining efficiency; timing of delivery and installation of 200 additional Bitmain Antminer S17e miners previously ordered; information about Cryptologic and the sale of the Company’s shares; positive gross mining margins post the recent halving of Bitcoin rewards; the anticipated filing date for the Company’s annual and interim financial statements, MD&A and related filings; and the intentions, plans and future actions of the Company. This forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions and estimates of management of the Company at the time it was made, and involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors include, among others: delivery and installation of ordered miners may not occur as currently anticipated, or at all; increase in power usage efficiency and lower operating costs may not occur as currently anticipated, or at all; the Company may never realize more efficient operations, a lower cost structure, or greater flexibility in operation; the Company may not file its annual and interim financial statements, MD&A and related filings in the timeframe contemplated; and other related risks as more fully set out in the Company’s continuous disclosure record filed at www.sedar.com. The Company has also assumed that no significant events occur outside of the Company’s normal course of business. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company undertakes no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking information other than as required by law.
To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/62931
Blockchain
Alpha Transform Holdings Releases March Report on ASC AI Index
Blockchain
Elizabeth Warren Urges Treasury Secretary Yellen to Implement Strong AML/CFT Measures for Stablecoins
In a recent communication directed to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, US Senator Elizabeth Warren has strongly advocated for the incorporation of robust Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) measures specifically tailored for stablecoins. Senator Warren’s correspondence underscores the critical importance of adopting the full array of AML tools outlined by the Treasury Department in a prior November 2023 communication to Congress.
Senator Warren has underscored the burgeoning threat posed by cryptocurrencies, particularly stablecoins, to national security. She has specifically drawn attention to instances where entities like Iran and Hamas have turned to cryptocurrencies as a means to raise funds and support terrorist activities. To effectively address this evolving threat landscape, Senator Warren asserts that any forthcoming crypto legislation must encompass comprehensive AML/CFT authorities as requested by the Treasury Department.
Moreover, Senator Warren has made reference to the testimony provided by Deputy Secretary Adewale O. ‘Wally’ Adeyemo before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. In this testimony, Adeyemo emphasized the critical need for additional AML authorities to combat the growing menace posed by cryptocurrencies. Senator Warren has pointed out that the exclusion of crucial actors within the digital asset ecosystem, such as miners and validators, from AML/CFT requirements could potentially enable nefarious actors to exploit the increased crypto trading facilitated by stablecoin legislation.
Senator Warren’s steadfast stance on the regulation and oversight of cryptocurrencies is aligned with her prior efforts aimed at curbing illicit activities and safeguarding consumers, the financial system, and national security interests. She has persistently advocated for the closure of loopholes in AML regulations that allow sanctioned entities like Iran to derive revenue through crypto transactions. Furthermore, Senator Warren has consistently voiced concerns regarding the exploitation of cryptocurrencies in terrorist financing schemes and has called for the implementation of stronger regulatory frameworks to protect both consumers and national security interests within the realm of stablecoin-related legislation.
Source: blockchain.news
The post Elizabeth Warren Urges Treasury Secretary Yellen to Implement Strong AML/CFT Measures for Stablecoins appeared first on HIPTHER Alerts.
Blockchain
Binance Launches Megadrop: A Token Launch Platform with Airdrops and Web3 Quests
Binance has rolled out Binance Megadrop, a novel token launch platform that blends airdrops with Web3 quests. This platform enables users to engage in BNB Locked Products subscriptions and complete tasks within their Web3 Wallet to earn early rewards from chosen Web3 projects, even before their tokens hit the Binance Exchange.
The inaugural project featured on Binance Megadrop is BounceBit (BB), a BTC restaking chain. Here are the token specifics for BounceBit: Max Token Supply: 2,100,000,000 BB, Megadrop Token Rewards: 168,000,000 BB (8% of max token supply), Initial Circulating Supply: 409,500,000 BB (19.5% of max token supply).
To kickstart their journey with Binance Megadrop, users must log into their Binance account and ensure they possess an active Binance Web3 Wallet. From there, they can subscribe to BNB Locked Products and/or fulfill Web3 Quests to accumulate scores. These scores dictate the rewards received through the Megadrop program.
The scoring mechanism for Megadrop relies on the Locked BNB Score, determined by the quantity of BNB subscribed and the subscription period’s duration. Users also earn a Web3 Quest Bonus and a Web3 Quest Multiplier upon completion of designated Web3 Quests. The total score is computed by applying the Web3 Quest Multiplier to the Locked BNB Score and adding the Web3 Quest Bonus.
Importantly, only wallets created within the Binance Web3 Wallet and not external wallets will count towards Megadrop participation. Megadrop rewards will be airdropped to users’ Binance Spot Wallets.
Users must undergo identity verification and maintain at least one active Binance Web3 Wallet to qualify for Megadrop rewards. Additionally, certain jurisdiction-based eligibility criteria apply. Users from Australia, Canada, Cuba, Crimea Region, Hong Kong, Iran, Japan, New Zealand, Netherlands, North Korea, Russia, Singapore, Syria, United Kingdom, United States of America, and its territories are presently ineligible to participate in BB Megadrop.
Binance Megadrop is aimed at offering users an interactive and rewarding experience within the crypto realm. Further details regarding the Megadrop amount, Web3 Quests, and the comprehensive listing plan will be disclosed separately.
Source: blockchain.news
The post Binance Launches Megadrop: A Token Launch Platform with Airdrops and Web3 Quests appeared first on HIPTHER Alerts.
-
Blockchain7 days ago
THXLAB and IZUTSUYA Announce Strategic Partnership
-
Blockchain3 days ago
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Market is expected to reach a revenue of USD 64.9 Bn by 2033, at 25.6% CAGR: Dimension Market Research
-
Blockchain Press Releases7 days ago
Bitget to Take Center Stage at Blockchain Life and Token2049 Dubai
-
Blockchain Press Releases2 days ago
Bybit and Franck Muller Partner with Sidus Heroes to Launch Cosmic Gears: A Pioneering Web3 Game with a $250,000 Prize Pool and Exclusive Watch Collection
-
Blockchain Press Releases7 days ago
Bitrue Gears Up for 2024 Bitcoin Halving with Trading Competition
-
Blockchain2 days ago
Blockchain Transforming Travel: Quantum Temple’s Innovative Venture
-
Blockchain Press Releases7 days ago
aelf Leads the Fusion of AI and Blockchain to Shape the Future of Technology
-
Blockchain2 days ago
Evolution of the Blockchain World: Doric Blockchain Drives Education and Adoption of Blockchain Technology and Tokenization in Latin America