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World’s oldest Bitcoin Mining Pool celebrates 15th anniversary, has mined 1,311,339 bitcoins worth $115 billion — group has 255 billion times more hash power than at inception

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Tom's Hardware

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The world's oldest Bitcoin mining pool, now known as Braiins Pool, celebrates its 15th anniversary and boasts mining 1,311,339 bitcoins valued at $115 billion. The pool has grown significantly, with 255 billion times more hash power than its inception, from 60,000 KH/s to 13.56 EH/s. The pool was founded by Slush and revolutionized Bitcoin mining by allowing miners to collaborate for more consistent rewards. Braiins Pool continues to operate and is open for new members to join its ecosystem of custom hardware and management software.