I've heard about mining pools and I'm wondering if they are profitable. I mean, do mining pools actually make money? If so, how do they generate income and is it worth investing in them?
5 answers
KpopMelody
Sun Dec 08 2024
For small miners with limited resources, finding a block on their own is extremely unlikely.
BonsaiVitality
Sun Dec 08 2024
Joining a mining pool provides a steady stream of revenue, as the combined hash rate of the pool increases the chances of finding blocks.
IncheonBeautyBloom
Sun Dec 08 2024
Miners participating in a mining pool contribute their hash rate to the collective effort of finding blocks on the blockchain.
HallyuHype
Sun Dec 08 2024
The coordinator of the mining pool takes a small fee for managing the pool and ensuring fair distribution of rewards.
Bianca
Sun Dec 08 2024
Each member of the pool is paid based on their individual hash rate contribution, reflecting their effort in finding blocks.