Our weekly crypto derivatives analytics report delves into macro events; the current state of crypto and trading signals from spot trading volume; and futures, options and perpetual contracts.

Positive sentiment around potential US trade deals has fueled a sixth straight day of gains in risk-on assets. Bitcoin, boosted by this sentiment and its own drivers, such as strong ETF inflows and regulatory progress, has outperformed gold and equities, rising 14% over the past month and consolidating at $94K. Bitcoin’s implied volatility has decreased significantly, while realized volatility has stabilized above 30%, a level that’s been its floor for the past 18 months.

Please check out the report’s highlights.

Perp at months’ high; traders not yet all-in

After rallying from $75,000 to over $95,000 in early April, Bitcoin has traded sideways at around $94,000 this week. Open interest remains stable for April, near all-time highs at $8B, while trade volumes have decreased to $10B per day. Lower trade volumes correlate with lower realized volatility, and perp positioning suggests that traders are waiting for another rally before committing to major positions, mindful of recent sell-offs.

Bitcoin volatility declines to 18-month low

Bitcoin’s volatility has declined, nearing a previously held floor of 35–40%, a level from which it has consistently rebounded over the past 18 months. Implied volatility has followed a 10-point drop in realized volatility to just above 30%, the floor of its 18-month range. Options activity shows a preference for puts, as BTC’s spot price is remaining stable. Volatility smile skews favor out-of-the-money calls, particularly for long-term options, while short-term options are nearly neutral.

BTC volatility smiles skew toward OTM calls

Bitcoin's volatility smiles now favor out-of-the-money (OTM) calls across all tenors, recovering from a put-call skew that strongly favored puts earlier in April. Ether is showing a similar recovery at short tenors, but longer-term skew remains slightly bearish. While ETH funding rates are positive, longer-term option smiles are skewing toward puts, thus presenting mixed sentiment. For BTC, derivatives markets are indicating clearer bullish signals, including positive funding rate spikes, positively sloped futures yields and a skew toward OTM calls.

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Bybit X Block Scholes crypto derivatives analytics report (Apr 30, 2025): Bitcoin volatility at 18-month low; data shows traders aren’t yet all-in

Grayscale has launched the Bitcoin Adopters ETF, which tracks companies with a corporate Bitcoin treasury strategy. 

Daily top performer — Curve Finance (CRV)

The S&P 500 rose 0.15% as investors shrugged off recession fears and reacted positively to strong tech earnings, with focus now shifting to upcoming Apple and Amazon results. Gold dropped to $3,245 on US-China trade optimism and a stronger dollar, with Fed rate cut hopes cushioning losses. The Coindesk Indices, which tracks the broader crypto market, fell 0.51%, with Bitcoin and Ether down 1.24% and 0.86%, respectively in the past 24 hours. Trade these markets and more with up to 500x leverage on Bybit MT5 using this 

Today's top performer is CRV, which surged 11.4% after Spark's integration of new Curve pools, enhancing stablecoin liquidity and improving DeFi infrastructure.

Curve Finance (CRV), launched in 2020, is a DEX on Ethereum for low-fee swaps between stablecoins and similar assets, with yield-earning pools and DAO governance via the CRV token. Spark has 

 sUSDS/USDT and USDC/USDT Curve pools to its Spark Liquidity Layer (SLL), boosting stablecoin liquidity, enabling easier swaps, and supporting future direct USDT deposits and withdrawals via Spark Savings.

Check out the latest prices, charts, and data of 

 the Bitcoin Adopters ETF, which tracks companies with a corporate Bitcoin treasury strategy. The ETF includes firms like Tesla, Blockstream, and MARA. It reflects the growing trend of companies acquiring Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation. Grayscale's fund aims to provide exposure to companies in sectors like mining, automotive, and energy. Institutional BTC adoption, including Michael Saylor's Strategy, is driving Bitcoin's scarcity, which may lead to a supply crunch and rising Bitcoin prices in the future.

Yesterday, BTC spot ETFs saw $323.3M in outflows, with $32M from GBTC and $291.3M from other ETFs.

 its largest Galxe points event, running from May 4–8, 2025, where users can complete tasks to earn points. They also introduced the AlphaWave competition, a 7-day AI trading contest featuring 25 crypto agents. Users can vote for the agent they think will win to earn rewards and complete Galxe quests. New tasks will be added throughout the week.

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Discover how USDY, a yield-bearing stablecoin from Ondo Finance, offers secure, regulated returns backed by US Treasuries across multiple blockchains.

, which are crypto assets pegged to a major fiat asset, have gained tremendous popularity and are helping investors deal with the typical volatility of the market. For many years, stablecoin cryptocurrencies have been used for payments, principal value storage, B2B transactions and more. However, traditional stablecoins have always lacked the ability to generate yield. These assets are fixed at a certain rate (e.g., $1) and, due to inflation, they don’t protect against your funds’ value erosion. 

 have started to gain traction over the past several years. These "new generation" stablecoins, unlike their traditional counterparts, not only provide rate stability but also generate yields, growing your investment over time. One of the leading assets among yield-bearing stablecoins is US Dollar Yield (USDY), issued by Ondo USDY LLC, part of 

Backed by low-risk traditional finance (TradFi) reserves, USDY generates yields and is a fully composable asset that can be used throughout the DeFi ecosystems of multiple blockchains. The reserves and issuance of the stablecoin are also subject to high regulatory controls. In the world of yield-bearing stablecoins, USDY is among the top choices in terms of popularity, regulation and security.

What is the Ondo US Dollar Yield (USDY) Token?

 (USDY) is a yield-bearing stablecoin offered by Ondo USDY LLC, part of the Ondo Finance DeFi solutions provider. 

USDY’s value tracks that of the US dollar, and it’s backed by Treasury bills and demand deposit reserves. The coin issuer’s parent company, Ondo Finance, specializes in institutional-grade crypto solutions. Ondo aims to make on-chain institutional-grade finance tools and infrastructure accessible to anyone.

USDY was launched in August 2023. As of April 2025, the stablecoin has become available on 

 — a level of multichain coverage that few other stablecoins can match.

While USDY’s price tracks the US dollar’s, its rate is typically somewhat higher than $1 because yields earned by each unit of the stablecoin are added to it, increasing its nominal value.

 (RWAs), primarily Treasury bills, although some portion of the reserves may also be represented by bank demand deposits. Both of these financial asset types are considered cash equivalents.

To ensure the Ondo ecosystem's security, Ondo backs each $100 equivalent of USDY with reserves worth $104, maintaining a 4% overcollateralization rate at all times.

Ondo Finance takes the transparency of USDY seriously. The company has established a bankruptcy-remote mechanism, with a separate corporate entity controlling the issuance and oversight of the stablecoin in various ways, including a board of directors with an independent director, and segregation of assets and reporting from Ondo.

USDY is a fully composable asset that can be used in the DeFi ecosystems of its host blockchains for various purposes, such as collateral, 

USDY provides several significant benefits for its holders. First, it allows eligible individual and institutional investors to earn dollar-denominated yield. This is in contrast to traditional stablecoins, which provide no yield opportunities at all. While other yield-bearing stablecoins also generate returns for holders, some of these pay the yields in volatile cryptocurrencies, rather than high-quality assets.

Thanks to its dollar peg, USDY offers both yield and relative stability. Additionally, it’s fully composable, creating opportunities for use across various DeFi protocols. USDY is available on seven blockchains, providing access to more DeFi opportunities than most yield-bearing stablecoins.

The coin may also be used for passive holding, growing in value over time as yields accrue. In this capacity, USDY represents a good low-risk, on-chain investment opportunity.

Finally, USDY’s overcollateralization and backing by high-quality TradFi assets, Treasury bills and demand deposits make it one of the most secure yield-bearing stablecoins on the market.

How does Ondo US Dollar Yield (USDY) work?

Individuals and institutional entities need to undergo an onboarding process to acquire USDY, during which they submit relevant identity, legal and tax documents. Ondo diligently applies 

 (AML) checks in order to adhere to US securities laws, the Investment Company Act of 1940 and other relevant regulations.

US and UK residents cannot apply to buy USDY, although you may be eligible if you’re a US or UK citizen and reside abroad.

If your application is approved, you can be issued USDY 40 to 50 days after your initial deposit date, although you’ll start earning yield from the first day of your investment. The minimum amount for investment or redemption is $500. You can buy USDY from Ondo using the 

 stablecoin. US dollar wire transfers are also supported for amounts over $100,000.

Redemptions are only transferred in US dollars to bank accounts outside the US. You can redeem your USDY investment at any time, and the typical timeline to receive your funds is about 2–3 business days from the date of your request.

USDY accrues yield daily. The stablecoin’s yields are structured not to incur any US federal tax obligations. Ondo doesn’t charge any performance or management fees for USDY yields. However, the company earns income from a portion of yields generated by the underlying assets backing USDY.

As noted earlier, USDY’s yields accrue to each unit of the token. Therefore, the value of one USDY is usually above $1. For instance, the average value of USDY as of the time of this writing (Apr 30, 2025) is $1.11.

For investors who prefer a fixed $1 rate for the stablecoin, Ondo offers the rebasing version, called rUSDY. Yields for rUSDY are paid to your wallet in the form of additional tokens by increasing the supply of the crypto, while the principal remains at (or very close to) $1. This is known as rebasing. USDY and rUSDY are freely convertible between each other.

The rebased version of the coin might be useful to those who need to ensure rate stability (for example, for B2B payments of agreed-upon contractual amounts) while also earning yields from their investments.

 as a swap pair with the USDT stablecoin.

USDY boasts numerous benefits for investors — low-risk yields from high-quality traditional assets, wide multichain coverage, regulatory compliance, transparency, composability and rate stability. The combination of all these benefits is quite rare in the crypto market, and the investor community is definitely taking note: USDY is already the third-highest-ranked yield-bearing stablecoin by market cap as of late April 2025. 

Since the yield-bearing stablecoin niche is expanding, the advantages of the USDY are likely to attract further interest, both among the institutional crowd and with individuals keen to access high-quality, institutional-grade crypto products.

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Discover the 7 top Sui meme coins in 2025, from MIU to HIPPO, as they gain traction with fast growth, strong communities, and unique use cases.

 blockchains, have continued to rally as investors make bold moves with renewed risk appetites. As a 

 blockchain, Sui has continued to attract crypto enthusiasts — especially meme coin lovers, who appreciate the platform's speed and affordability.

Recent surges in trading volumes and market caps of SUI meme coins — such as MIU, LOFI and BLUB — highlight growing investor interest. For instance, BLUB experienced an 88% increase in just 24 hours from Apr 22–23, 2025, contributing to the broader rally of SUI as its price surged over 63% in April 2025.

These coins often incorporate unique themes and philanthropic efforts, such as HIPPO's wildlife conservation donations, that foster strong community support.

Let's look at the top Sui meme coins making waves in the crypto market.

​Sui-based meme coins are rapidly gaining traction due to a combination of technological advantages and vibrant community engagement. The 

 parallel transaction execution and unique gas pricing mechanism enable ultrafast transaction speeds and minimal fees. This makes Sui an ideal platform for the high-volume, speculative trading that meme coins often entail. Sui’s scalability and secure Move programming language attract developers seeking efficient and safe environments for launching their new tokens.​

 (DeFi) further supports meme coin growth, providing avenues for increased utility beyond mere speculation. Following are the top ​Sui meme coins based on market cap, as of Apr 30, 2025.

 is currently the leading ​Sui-based “cat meme coin,” with a market cap of $70.6 million. It draws in investors with its fun, energetic branding and community-driven spirit. MIU also features expanded utility beyond its cute cat hype, allowing users to access DeFi and 

 (NFT) opportunities on its platform. It also promotes long-term commitment via its 

 process, as stakers can earn up to 15% APR with 12 months of staking.

The project frequently launches community events and contests, strengthening its dedicated holder base. MIU’s success highlights the growing appetite for meme tokens on scalable blockchains like Sui. Its playful appeal and strong tokenomics have positioned it at the top of the ​Sui meme sector. MIU is a 

 coin: its total supply is 9 trillion tokens, of which 55% are dedicated to a 

, 15% allocated to staking rewards, 15% to ecosystem development, 10% to community and 5% reserved for the team.

MIU continues to ride the wave of growing meme adoption, aiming to become a lasting force within the Sui ecosystem and beyond.

With a market cap of $35.86 million and over 50 million app users, 

 (MEMEFI) is an ambitious Telegram project that blends the world of memes with SocialFi utilities. Unlike typical meme coins that rely solely on hype, MemeFi aims to engage Telegram users with an interactive web3 meme-themed clicker game that offers daily giveaways and incentivizes ad creations for enterprises.

Its native token, MEMEFI, is more than just a mere meme coin, and has use cases for 

You can trade MEMEFI on Bybit’s Spot trading platform (

 is a rising ​Sui meme coin known for its chill "lofi vibes" branding that resonates with a younger, internet-native audience. Beyond its fun appearance, LOFI has demonstrated solid growth by tapping into communities through music, lifestyle and crypto.

The project also ties in eco-conscious initiatives, focusing on providing clean water sources for global communities and addressing the impact of ocean waste and plastic on marine health, giving it a mission-driven angle not typically seen in meme coins. Besides direct donating, minting LOFI Mystic Yetis NFTs also helps contribute to the cause, with 20% of the proceeds going to the LOFI Foundation.

Lofi’s accessible vibe and shrewd marketing strategy continue to attract new supporters, helping LOFI to stand out in the increasingly crowded ​Sui meme scene. 

 (commonly known as HIPPO) is a community favorite in the ​Sui meme world. The HIPPO token mixes humor with philanthropy, donating a portion of its revenues to wildlife conservation initiatives, starting with Thailand’s Khao Kheow Open Zoo that houses Moo Deng, the adorable pygmy hippopotamus that inspired this viral meme coin. This feel-good approach has helped build an extremely loyal community around the HIPPO token.

Sudeng’s dual focus on memes and real-world impact gives it staying power. The project’s growing community engagement ensures that HIPPO remains relevant in a fast-moving crypto space.

You can buy HIPPO as a USDT Perpetual contract on Bybit (

 is making waves in the ​Sui meme coin ecosystem with its aquatic-themed branding and integration of meme culture. Known for its friendly, community-first approach, BLUB frequently hosts giveaways, meme competitions and liquidity incentives to maximize engagement.

The coin’s fun branding and its steady increase in active users have helped BLUB climb the ranks quickly. Its strong online presence and viral meme campaigns have attracted crypto enthusiasts who are looking for the next breakout meme project. As it continues building partnerships and expanding its reach, BLUB demonstrates strong potential to become a staple in the Sui meme scene.

 (TOILET) is a rising meme coin on ​Sui that embraces humor and absurdity in a way that resonates with crypto culture. Its branding focuses on being intentionally ridiculous, tapping into the viral tone of meme coins that don't take themselves too seriously.

The project’s organic, community-driven growth has made it one of the most talked-about newer entrants in the ​Sui meme space. Frequent meme contests, community raids and spontaneous airdrops help fuel engagement. One of its biggest events is the distribution of Toilet Club Alpha Pass NFTs to the top 100 TOILET holders (as indicated by the Apr 21, 2025 screenshot), which gives holders access to all of Toilet Dust's projects and events and the right to vote on Toilet Dust's future development.

Despite its humorous façade, TOILET’s strong holder base and active marketing tactics suggest it may remain relevant as Sui’s meme coin ecosystem continues to expand.

 (FUD), another top project in the ​Sui meme coin category, is built around an adorable pug mascot battling FUD (fear, uncertainty and doubt) in the crypto world. With a humorous tone and clever marketing, FUD has built a vibrant community of holders who embrace both its memes and its mission.

FUD leverages trending memes, contests and airdrop rewards to keep its community marketing fresh and viral, helping it steadily grow in popularity. Its deep integration of ​Sui apps like 

 — as well as its deflationary tokenomics, whereby 20% is dedicated to token burning — makes FUD a strong contender for future growth in the meme space.

Buying ​Sui meme coins on Bybit can be exciting. Nevertheless, it's important to recognize the risks and rewards involved. 

, and their prices can swing wildly and quickly, offering chances for sizeable gains as well as sudden losses.

Always approach these investments with caution, never risking more than you can afford to lose. That said, the fast-growing ​Sui ecosystem and meme culture can create rewarding opportunities for traders who stay informed and manage their risk properly.

Currently, you can buy MEMEFI as a Spot pair and Perpetual contract on Bybit. HIPPO is also available as a Perpetual contract. This gives traders the flexibility to choose the type of exposure they want — simple buying and holding with Spot, or leveraged trading with Perpetual contracts.

Spot trading is the most straightforward way to buy ​Sui meme coins, as you directly purchase the coin and own it outright. On Bybit, the process is simple. After choosing the Spot pair, such as MEMEFI/USDT, select your preferred order type — e.g., 

(you set the price you're willing to pay) — and confirm the trade to make your purchase.

Spot trading is ideal for beginning traders, as well as anyone who prefers a more straightforward, lower-risk approach as compared to 

Buying Sui meme coins as Perpetual contracts

Bybit offers MEMEFI and HIPPO as USDT Perpetual contracts for those seeking more advanced trading options. With Perpetual trading, you don’t own the actual coins; instead, you speculate on their price movement. Key points to understand include the following:

Perpetual contracts can offer significant rewards, but require a strong understanding of 

. Always start with lower leverage and practice solid trading discipline.

Whether you prefer the simplicity of Spot or the strategy of Perps, Bybit provides flexible ways to explore the booming ​Sui meme coin market.

The rapid rise of meme coins on the Sui blockchain highlights the power of community-driven projects when they’re paired with innovative technology. Thanks to Sui’s high-speed transactions, low fees and developer-friendly environment, Sui meme coins like MIU, LOFI and HIPPO have found a perfect ecosystem in which to thrive. Each project brings something unique to the table — whether humor, philanthropy, DeFi innovation or pure meme culture — creating a vibrant and diverse ​Sui meme coin landscape.

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7 top Sui meme coins to pay attention to in 2025

Blockchain

Altcoins

Litecoin, one of the easiest crypto coins to mine, has a mining process similar to that of Bitcoin and other proof of work blockchains.

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Among the mineable cryptocurrencies and blockchain networks, 

 (LTC) is probably the most frequently compared crypto to 

 (BTC). Litecoin is a direct descendant, i.e., a fork of Bitcoin, and shares many of the same properties with the world’s leading cryptocurrency – the mining process,

Litecoin, one of the earliest cryptos on the market, was launched in 2011 and is often referred to as the “silver” of the crypto world, with the designation of “gold” being reserved for Bitcoin. Litecoin is among the easiest cryptos to 

. Due to its lower profile and popularity compared to Bitcoin and some other Bitcoin offshoots, e.g., 

, Litecoin’s mining difficulty has typically been quite low. As such, LTC might just be among the most profitable coins to mine. In this article, we detail everything about how to mine Litecoin.

The Litecoin mining process is similar to that of its parent, Bitcoin, or other proof of work (

 (ETC). Miners try to solve a computationally intensive math puzzle to gain the right to add the next block of transactions to the Litecoin network. Though we have referred to the mining process as solving a “math puzzle”, it probably could be better described as a simple digit substitution exercise with not much of any serious math involved. Essentially, miners use their powerful 

 to continually generate new digit combinations in the hope of finding the match required by the Litecoin network’s software.

The first miner who manages to (essentially randomly) find the required digit combination earns the right to validate the currently mined block. Just like on Bitcoin, solving/mining a block is far from an altruistic endeavor on Litecoin – miners get their standard mining reward in LTC coins.

The miner’s reward for each solved block is currently 12.5 LTC (around $1,200). Similar to Bitcoin, Litecoin has a reward-halving mechanism built into its mining process. Litecoin’s rewards are halved every four years, just like on Bitcoin. The initial value of the reward was 50 LTC back in 2011 to 2015, during the coin’s first four years in operation. The first halving event, taking the standard reward to 25 LTC, occurred in August 2015. This was followed by the August 2019 halving, which took the reward down to its current 12.5 LTC. This year, we will witness another round of halving. This is expected to occur in July 2023, and it will take the reward down to 6.25 LTC.

Compared to Bitcoin’s reward amounts, these numbers look rather unimpressive. However, a new block of transactions is generated on Litecoin every 2.5 minutes. This is four times as frequent as Bitcoin's 10-minute block period, meaning that Litecoin miners can earn their rewards considerably more frequently than Bitcoin miners. Moreover, Litecoin is much easier to mine than its daddy Bitcoin, as measured by their mining difficulty scores.

The mining difficulty score is a standard measure used to estimate the computational requirements for mining a coin. It specifies the number of 

 a machine needs to produce to solve a new block. Among popular mineable cryptocurrencies, Litecoin has the second-lowest mining difficulty estimates, after one of its descendant forks, Dogecoin. The image below shows the current mining difficulty scores for popular PoW cryptos.

There are three main ways to mine Litecoin:

Each of these options has its own merits. However, by now, solo mining without a very powerful mining machine has become difficult to turn a profit due to the increased competition among miners. This is not something unique to Litecoin. By early 2023, solo mining without a mammoth rig has become a futile exercise on pretty much any popular mineable blockchain network.

, you join the Litecoin network as an individual miner node and use your mining machine to try to mine transaction blocks. If you do manage to add a new block to the chain, you will get the standard 12.5 LTC mining reward, all without having to share it with any other network participant. This is the main and probably the only advantage of solo mining on Litecoin.

The main disadvantage of mining Litecoin solo is the infrequency and inconsistency of rewards. Solo miners compete with mining pools, massive cooperatives that combine the computing resources of a large number of miners to solve new blocks on the network. The combined hash power enjoyed by the mining pools makes profitable solo mining extremely difficult.

As a solo miner, if you do not have a very powerful machine, you might end up never getting a block reward. Even with a powerful mining rig, you might end up waiting for extended periods of time for your next block reward. That is, of course, if you do manage to solve any blocks.

 are another, and probably the most popular, way of mining LTC. These pools combine resources from multiple miners to increase the chance of solving a block of transactions. When a member of the pool manages to mine a block, the 12.5 LTC reward is split between all the pool participants.

Each member receives a share of the reward proportional to the hash power contributed. Thus, as is the case with solo mining, it pays to have as powerful a rig as possible when joining a pool. The image below shows the top 10 Litecoin mining pools as of Jan 31, 2023.

Many mining pools retain a small percentage of the reward, typically anything between 0.1% and 3-4%, for providing their services. However, the good news is that there are at least several large pools in the Litecoin mining sphere that charge no fees at all. For instance, one of the leading Litecoin pools,

For miners without very powerful rigs, pool mining might be the only realistic option to earn rewards. Naturally, rigs without significant hash power are likely to earn very little in any mining pool. However, at least you will have some funds flowing in consistently. In contrast, solo mining without a high-end rig will likely lead to no rewards at all.

Even if you own a very powerful rig that lets you mine solo, pool mining may give you a more stable way to earn rewards. While your powerful rig can still let you turn a profit, joining a pool represents a way to earn rewards with a much higher frequency, even if in smaller bits.

Let’s say a miner with a high-spec rig manages to earn a full block reward once a month on average. By joining a pool, they can earn that amount in consistent, small chunks daily over the same period of one month. In other words, joining a pool might not increase the overall profitability of your mining activity over the long term, but it will definitely allow you to earn a more consistent income.

The larger the pool you join, the more frequently you can get your rewards.

Besides solo and pool mining options for Litecoin, there is also a third, and less conventional way to participate in the mining process – using a 

. Under the cloud mining model, you simply pay a monthly or yearly fee to a service provider that “rents” you some computing hash power. The cloud provider mines cryptocurrency for you in exchange for the fee and gives you a share of the mining profit commensurate with your rented hash power.

Cloud mining does not require you to own any hardware, a big advantage compared to solo mining or pool mining. In essence, you simply pay a fee in the expectation of positive returns from the cloud provider. Naturally, your earnings might fluctuate depending on the network activity and mining difficulty on the Litecoin network. While the fee you pay to the cloud mining provider is usually fixed, your returns are normally variable.

Take into account, however, that the choice of reliable cloud mining providers is quite limited, particularly for Litecoin and other mineable cryptos less prominent than Bitcoin. Some major cloud mining providers with the option to mine Litecoin are 

In theory, Litecoin mining can be done using CPUs, GPUs or 

, all of which are powerful machines specifically designed for cryptocurrency mining. However, realistically, mining Litecoin with a CPU or GPU is no longer a profitable option. Although Litecoin’s mining difficulty is much lower compared to the majority of other leading PoW cryptos, competition among miners on the chain has intensified over the last several years. Given the increased competition, CPU or GPU mining is simply not going to be profitable.

Using an ASIC machine is the only realistic way to derive profit from Litecoin mining. ASICs have been popular in Bitcoin mining for many years.

Unfortunately, a Bitcoin ASIC cannot be used as a Litecoin mining rig. This is because Bitcoin and Litecoin use different hashing algorithms. Bitcoin uses the 

The good news is that ASIC machines used for Litecoin mining can be used to concurrently mine another highly popular coin, Dogecoin. Dogecoin is one of the forked descendants of Litecoin and shares the same Scrypt hashing algorithm with it. Thanks to the high levels of compatibility between the two cryptos, they are often mined together via 

In merged mining, you simply use the same machine and resources to mine two cryptos, in this case, Litecoin and Dogecoin, at the same time.

After setting up your mining hardware, you will need to download and use specific software to mine Litecoin. Many software packages work well for Litecoin mining. Some such as 

 are completely free to use. Popular paid mining software packages for Litecoin include 

A Litecoin wallet is required to hold your mined funds. Not all top software wallet brands support Litecoin. Some of the popular wallet providers that provide the Litecoin wallet option are 

How Long Does It Take to Mine One Litecoin?

Litecoin has a block time of 2.5 minutes, and that is the amount of time it takes to mine one Litecoin. In this regard, Litecoin is mined four times as frequently as Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, and Bitcoin SV. Among popular mineable cryptos, two have even lower block generation times than Litecoin – Dogecoin (1 minute) and Ethereum Classic (15 seconds).

In early 2023, the optimal way to mine Litecoin is by using a reasonably powerful ASIC machine and joining a large enough pool. Mining solo is still possible with a very powerful ASIC setup, but using a pool is well recommended even if you own the most powerful rig available. By joining a pool, you will ensure much better consistency of your mining income.

Additionally, Litecoin is among the coins with a few decent free mining pools available on the market. Thus, pool-based mining is optimal for LTC.

When setting up your mining operations, ensure that you also mine Dogecoin in a merged format with Litecoin. You spend no additional resources by doing so and only stand to benefit by earning DOGE in addition to LTC.

As covered earlier in our article, Litecoin is among the easiest coins to mine, with only Dogecoin having a lower difficulty score. That doesn’t mean, however, that Litecoin mining is necessarily profitable. Competition among miners in 2023 is quite fierce on just about any popular mineable crypto network. 

Further, just like Bitcoin, Litecoin has a capped supply. There will only be 84 million Litecoin ever created, and as of January 2023, around 72 million have already been minted. Coupled with the reward halving mechanism, the ever-diminishing rewards will drop to zero by 2142. So while Litecoin remains relatively profitable for now, bear in mind that its profitability will only decrease over time.

To properly estimate the profitability of mining Litecoin, you are well advised to use some of the popular 

 is undoubtedly the most commonly used among these calculators. Head to the website’s calculator section, choose Litecoin, and enter the key parameters to estimate – the hash rate and power consumption of the mining rig you own or consider buying, your electricity costs and the fees you would pay if mining via a pool.

The calculator will quickly show you how much profit, if any, you are going to make. Do remember, however, that mining profitability estimates can change rapidly depending on factors such as competition among miners on the network and, importantly, LTC’s current market price.

There are two main ways to cash out your mined Litecoin.

You can sell your Litecoin on a reputable exchange like Bybit. At Bybit, you can sell your Litecoin via One-Click Buy or P2P trading.

Bybit’s One-Click Buy function provides you a straightforward way to sell your Litecoin in just a few steps. You will just need to click on 

then select your desired coin to sell (in this case, LTC) and fiat currency to receive, and the quantity of coins to sell or amount of fiat you want to receive. Then, click on 

to confirm your sale. You can select your preferred payment method, or simply choose the recommended payment method from Bybit based on the current exchange rate.

 connecting sellers and buyers at zero fees. Bybit’s P2P service offers top-notch security with multiple layers of protection for your assets, such as 

 for all advertisers and an escrow service to hold user funds. It also gives you more flexibility in your choice of buyer, since you can filter out your buyer advertisers by filling in the 

 to earn high interest payouts from borrowers, paid out hourly after your deposit. Bybit Lending also guarantees a flexible redemption period so you can credit your redemption immediately. Your funds are kept secure with extensive risk management measures, such as collateral value ratios and an Insurance Fund.

It’s easy to become a lender on Bybit, as all you need is a Bybit account. Log in to your account and click on 

 function on its menu. Next, choose an asset to lend (LTC, in this case) and confirm your transaction. Once your transaction is confirmed, you can review its details, including the hourly interest rate.

Litecoin shares many similarities with its predecessor, Bitcoin, including the mining process and reward-halving mechanism. While Litecoin is considered one of the easiest cryptocurrencies to mine, competition among miners is intense and profitability can vary. Furthermore, the decreasing mining rewards over time (due to the capped supply and halving mechanism) can affect Litecoin’s mining profitability. By utilizing the right tools and strategies, miners can maximize their chances of success in the ever-evolving mining landscape.

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