A Week That Redefined the Conversation
Epoch 174 was not just another chapter in Qubic’s mining story — it was a turning point. The week brought together experiments, disruptions, and milestones that left the community buzzing.
From the continuation of Monero mining experiments to Qubic’s very first Halving, the pressure inside the ecosystem is building.
Profitability vs. Pressure
Community reports confirmed the Monero mining push: eight blocks were orphaned, roughly 756 XMR mined, and proceeds funneled back into the ecosystem. About 86 billion QUBIC — worth $241,000 — were bought back and burned, cutting supply and fueling the conversation around scarcity.
The contrast is striking: while Monero’s profitability has dipped, Qubic’s has only climbed higher. Bonuses tied to Monero activity, alongside Qubic’s rising price, have kept miners motivated.
The rhythm has become unpredictable but deliberate — some weeks rewards flow, others burns dominate. Either way, the experiment reinforces Qubic’s deflationary design.
Mining Marathons and Growing Pains
Epoch 174 also introduced the so-called “mining marathons.”
- On August 15th, Qubic redirected massive hashrate toward Monero, causing spikes in network power.
- On August 16th, things turned tense. Reports surfaced of DDoS attacks and even direct threats against Qubic’s founder. Eight Monero blocks were orphaned in the process, pushing both networks into risky territory, with fears of double-spending lingering in the background.
The First Halving: Scarcity Enters the Stage
On August 20th, Qubic reached a symbolic milestone: its first Halving. Miner rewards were cut in half.
The short-term result? Reduced payouts.
The long-term impact? Lower sell pressure, increased scarcity, and a shift in how the market views Qubic’s economic model.
Despite the immediate cut, Qubic mining remains far more profitable than Monero. Migration from one network to the other is expected to continue.
Looking Ahead: A DOGE-Sized Horizon
The story didn’t stop with Monero. A community poll decided the next experiment: Dogecoin.
Integrating DOGE won’t be instant — it’s a resource-heavy process — but the vote speaks volumes. The Qubic community isn’t just participating; it’s steering the future.
For now, Monero remains the testing ground, but the horizon is already expanding.
Final Thoughts
Epoch 174 showed us what makes Qubic unique: bold experiments, adaptive economics, and a community unafraid of pressure.
From burning billions of tokens to enduring DDoS attacks, the network keeps evolving under fire. The Halving adds scarcity to the mix, and the possibility of DOGE mining promises that new frontiers are always within reach.
In the end, Qubic is not just mining — it’s rewriting the playbook.
