NiceHash Launches World’s First Mainstream Scrypt Mining Firmware
Zug, Switzerland, April 29th, 2025, Chainwire
Crypto mining marketplace NiceHash has announced the launch of a dedicated Scrypt firmware for more efficient mining. Powered by MARA, NiceHash Scrypt Firmware enables miners to maximize the profitability of Scrypt-based cryptocurrencies such as Dogecoin, Litecoin, and Bellscoin.
NiceHash’s release of fully optimized Scrypt firmware marks a world first, placing enhanced mining capabilities in the hands of solo and pro miners across the globe. It marks the latest firmware to have been developed by NiceHash as part of its commitment to empowering miners to extract more value from operations.
One of the earliest cryptocurrency mining algorithms, Scrypt is derived from the SHA-256 algo and remains a mainstay of Proof-of-Work networks such as Litecoin. More energy efficient than SHA-256, Scrypt is also faster than mining BTC. Through NiceHash, miners can mine coins on the Scrypt algorithm and get paid in BTC, making it an attractive option for diversifying operations.
NiceHash Lead Mining Manager Marko Tarman said: “In times of growing competition and shrinking margins, miners must stay ahead. NiceHash Firmware for Scrypt machines offers exactly that. Paired with Bitcoin payouts on NiceHash, it’s a winning formula for higher earnings.”
The launch of NiceHash Scrypt Firmware follows on the heels of NiceHash’s release of dedicated firmware for Kaspa miners that delivers a boost of up to 20%. NiceHash specializes in developing firmware for popular hashing algorithms that enables miners to boost profitability while retaining their existing hardware.
NiceHash has developed its proprietary Scrypt firmware in collaboration with MARA, whose Technology Suite incorporates custom firmware to improve Bitcoin mining efficiency and performance. MARA also develops advanced cooling technology, ensuring mining operations stay cool even under extreme conditions.
Scrypt miners who take advantage of NiceHash’s latest firmware will have access to a low fee structure of 1.4%. This ensures even more cost advantages for miners of popular cryptocurrencies such as Litecoin using NiceHash.
To support miners seeking to utilize its Scrypt firmware, NiceHash has created an extensive guide detailing the installation and setup process. Once installed, the firmware enables miners to continue mining on the Scrypt algorithm while experiencing greater efficiency and maximizing earnings.
About NiceHash
NiceHash is more than a mining pool – It is the world’s largest hashrate marketplace, connecting buyers and miners. Based and fully regulated in Switzerland, NiceHash has been at the forefront of crypto mining since 2014. With a full suite of software and tools for optimizing big mining operations, custom firmware, lighting network support, and automated payouts, NiceHash is home to many institutional miners that sell their hashrate.
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