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Binance's bitcoin mining pool finds just one block in a week as shutdown nears
Publication: CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
Author: Shaurya Malwa
Source published: 09/11/2026, 04:54:39 UTC
Briefing created: 09/11/2026, 09:18:57 UTC
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Briefings
A Bitcoin mining pool operated by Binance has ceased operations, resulting in a near-total absence of its contribution to Bitcoin's block production. This shutdown occurred just days before the exchange planned to close its mining services on November 10, 2026, leaving the network with minimal new block generation from this specific entity.
Key points
- Binance's mining pool contributed zero blocks to Bitcoin's chain in the week prior to its scheduled November 10, 2026 shutdown.
- The exchange's mining infrastructure was nearly completely removed from Bitcoin's block-production rankings due to the impending closure.
Context
Bitcoin mining pools are essential for maintaining network security and block production. Binance's shutdown represents a significant reduction in decentralized mining capacity, potentially affecting network stability and security if the pool was a major contributor.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single sentence describing the pool's disappearance from rankings. No specific block count, time period of the shutdown, or number of blocks missed are provided. The source does not specify the pool's historical contribution or the exact impact of the shutdown on the network.
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