In a rare event that underscores the unpredictability of proof-of-work mining, a solo Bitcoin miner has successfully mined an entire block through CKPool, earning a reward of about 3.147 BTC (~$340,000).
Why It Matters
Mining Bitcoin has become increasingly dominated by large-scale operations with industrial-grade hardware and massive energy resources. For small operators, the chances of mining a full block are slim—often compared to winning the lottery.
Yet, stories like this show that decentralization is still alive, and luck can still shine on small players.
Other Recent Wins
This isn’t an isolated event:
· July 26, 2025 → Solo miner mined block 907,283 and earned ~$372,700.
August 2025 → Another solo miner mined block 910,440, walking away with ~$371,000.
These wins prove that while improbable, solo mining can still deliver life-changing rewards.
