Cloud mining platforms expansion

In late July 2026, two cloud mining services highlighted the growing accessibility of cryptocurrency mining. The first snapshot described SHRMiner, a UK‑based operation with more than 100 renewable‑energy farms worldwide, and LONG DeFi, which promotes an AI‑optimized, cloud‑based platform offering beginner to large‑scale plans. Both services emphasized contract‑based mining of Bitcoin, Litecoin and Dogecoin without the need for personal hardware.

Two days later, reporting noted a broader expansion across the sector. Major providers such as Bitdeer, NiceHash, BitFuFu and BeMine were cited as operating facilities across Europe, Asia and North America, offering varied contract lengths, fractional ASIC ownership and miner‑hosting services. SHR Miner (UK) introduced a free cloud‑mining option for Bitcoin, XRP and Ethereum holders, claiming daily earnings up to $4,700 and operating over 150 farms with 600,000 renewable‑energy mining units. The coverage illustrates rapid scaling, increased service variety and heightened marketing of high returns within the cloud mining market.