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bitcoin mining

Bitcoin can still be mined, but it is no longer a casual home-computer activity. The real question is whether your setup and costs make sense.

Why do bitcoins need to be mined? Mining lets an open network pick who updates the ledger and rewards those who keep Bitcoin secure.

Yes, bitcoins are mined, but not in a physical sense. Bitcoin mining is a computer-based race to add blocks and earn new BTC.

Is bitcoin mining legal? It depends on local rules for electricity, property use, business activity, and taxes rather than one global answer.

The last Bitcoin will not be mined anytime soon. Bitcoin issuance slows after each halving, so the final stretch takes a very long time.

Can you mine Bitcoin on an iPhone? In practice, no. An iPhone can run demo calculations, but real Bitcoin mining needs specialized hardware.

Can you mine bitcoins on an iPad? In practice, no. An iPad can help you monitor mining or manage wallets, but it is not a real Bitcoin miner.

Is it illegal to mine bitcoin? Not everywhere. Legality depends on local rules on power use, business activity, noise, safety, and taxes.