What factors contribute to the fluctuations in the difficulty chart of digital currencies?

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• Dec 20, 2021 · 3 years ago
  At BYDFi, we have observed that the fluctuations in the difficulty chart of digital currencies are primarily driven by market demand and supply dynamics. When there is a surge in demand for a particular digital currency, more miners join the network to mine it, leading to an increase in the difficulty level. Conversely, when the demand decreases, miners may exit the network, causing the difficulty to decrease. Other factors that contribute to fluctuations in the difficulty chart include changes in mining hardware efficiency, network congestion, and algorithm updates. It's important to note that the difficulty chart is designed to maintain a consistent block time, ensuring the security and stability of the network. As such, it adjusts dynamically based on the overall network hash rate. Fluctuations in the difficulty chart are a natural part of the digital currency ecosystem and reflect the changing dynamics of supply and demand.
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