When 2024 wrapped up, the SHA256 consensus algorithm used by Bitcoin ranked third in profitability.
However, now, as we kick off June 2025, it shares the top spot, matched up with Litecoin’s Scrypt.
SHA256 and Scrypt Tie for Top Mining Profits in June 2025.
Dec. 29, 2024 saw Scrypt, the mining method for Litecoin.
