List of Flash News about selfish mining
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2026-03-23 19:16 |
Selfish Mining Evidence Emerges in Bitcoin Block 941,883
According to BitMEX Research, the first seen time for Bitcoin block 941,883 closely matched that of block 941,882, potentially indicating evidence of selfish mining activity. This observation raises concerns about mining strategies that could exploit network dynamics for unfair advantages. Traders should monitor the implications of such activities on BTC network stability and market sentiment. |
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2026-03-23 19:01 |
BitMEX Research Investigates Potential Selfish Mining in Bitcoin Block 941,882
According to BitMEX Research, discrepancies in the 'first seen' times for Bitcoin block 941,882 have raised concerns about potential selfish mining. They noted that their nodes might have either received the block later than others or this could indicate evidence of selfish mining tactics. Traders and node operators are encouraged to verify and compare their own data to better understand the situation's implications for network integrity and mining strategies. |
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2026-03-23 17:56 |
Potential Selfish Mining Attack Detected in Bitcoin Network
According to BitMEX Research, Foundry Services recently mined seven consecutive blocks on the Bitcoin network, during which a two-block reorganization occurred. The second block on the competing chain was observed three minutes and sixteen seconds before the corresponding Foundry block, raising speculation about a possible selfish mining attack or an unusual coincidence. Traders should monitor for further updates as such events can impact network stability and miner incentives. |
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2025-08-12 13:32 |
Monero (XMR) Alert: Qubic Claims 51% Hashrate Control and Aims for 100% Block Rewards via Selfish Mining, BitMEX Research Questions Likelihood
According to @BitMEXResearch, Qubic published an article claiming to control over 51% of Monero (XMR) network hashrate and stating its end goal is to take over all block rewards through full and sustained selfish mining. Source: BitMEX Research on X, Aug 12, 2025; Qubic article as cited by BitMEX Research. @BitMEXResearch said they consider the 51% claim unlikely and noted key details remain unclear, highlighting unresolved uncertainty around XMR network security at this time. Source: BitMEX Research on X, Aug 12, 2025. For traders, if Qubic’s claim were accurate, the setup would imply elevated 51%-attack risk characteristics consistent with selfish mining incentives and block reward capture on Monero. Source: BitMEX Research on X, Aug 12, 2025. |
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2025-08-12 13:05 |
Monero XMR Faces Possible 6-Block Reorg Linked to Qubic Mining: ~12-Minute Event, Double-Spend Unclear
According to @BitMEXResearch, Monero (XMR) may have experienced a deliberate 6-block chain reorganization tied to Qubic mining. @BitMEXResearch noted that with Monero’s 2-minute target block time, the reorg spanned roughly 12 minutes and was described as small. @BitMEXResearch added it is not clear whether a double-spend occurred or whether the event reflected selfish mining behavior. |