Bitcoin Outperforms Mining Stocks as Investors Shift to Gold and Sustainable Cloud Mining

Performance Comparison: Gold, Bitcoin, and Mining Stocks

According to Block-Builders.de, a recent infographic highlights the performance of Bitcoin, gold, and their respective mining stocks over the past three years. The data reveals that Bitcoin has significantly outperformed most publicly traded mining stocks in this period. While the price of Bitcoin saw substantial gains, many mining companies experienced notable losses, with only a few managing to keep pace or achieve positive returns. Even in a one-year comparison, Bitcoin mining stocks lagged behind the cryptocurrency itself.

In contrast, gold and gold mining stocks presented a more mixed picture. Some gold mining companies outperformed the precious metal, while others underperformed. Gold mining stocks are considered more stable compared to Bitcoin mining stocks, as they are backed by real-world production, often pay dividends, and operate under clearer regulatory frameworks.

Asset	Performance (3 Years)	Stability	Dividend	Regulation
Bitcoin	Significantly positive	Volatile	No	Unclear
BTC Mining Stocks	Mostly negative	Less stable	Rarely	Unclear
Gold	Mixed	Stable	No	Clear
Gold Mining Stocks	Mixed	Stable	Often	Clear

A notable trend is the shift in investment behavior among wealthy investors. The proportion of those investing in physical gold rose from 20% to 38% within a year, while Bitcoin investors increased from 21% to 31%. This movement is described as a structural shift toward tangible assets in both traditional and digital markets, rather than short-term speculation.

Gold is primarily used for diversification (49%), long-term growth prospects (46%), and as a hedge against inflation (42%).
Bitcoin is favored for return potential (58%) and portfolio modernization (46%).
23% of wealthy investors now hold both gold and cryptocurrencies.

"It is no longer a choice between the old and the new – the combination of both approaches is gaining importance, especially among wealthy investors, to make portfolios more robust against geopolitical risks, currency devaluation, and market disruptions." (Block-Builders.de)

Infobox: Bitcoin has outperformed most mining stocks over three years. Wealthy investors are increasingly combining gold and cryptocurrencies, with 23% holding both. Gold mining stocks are seen as more stable and regulated than their crypto counterparts.

JA Mining Launches $100 Credit and Sustainable Cloud Mining Solution

FinanzNachrichten.de reports that JA Mining has introduced a new cloud mining platform powered entirely by renewable energy sources, including solar and wind. The company, established in 2004, now offers a $100 introductory credit for new users, aiming to make cryptocurrency mining accessible without the need for physical hardware. The platform provides access to GPU-optimized data centers, simplifying the mining process for both beginners and experienced users.

JA Mining’s operations are designed to be environmentally friendly, with surplus energy redirected back into local grids. The platform supports a variety of digital assets, such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Litecoin (LTC), XRP, and Solana (SOL). Users receive daily mining rewards based on contract terms, hashrate, and network conditions.

Feature	Details
Introductory Credit	$100 for new users
Supported Coins	BTC, ETH, LTC, XRP, SOL, others
Energy Source	100% renewable (solar, wind)
Security	Endpoint protection, DDoS mitigation, encrypted transactions
Payouts	Daily, based on contract and network
Support	24/7 technical support

The platform also features a referral system, allowing users to earn commissions based on network activity. All contracts are managed through a smart distribution protocol, which automatically calculates and distributes returns, eliminating the need for manual claims.

Cloud-based mining infrastructure
Operations powered by renewable energy
Daily payouts with transparent cost structures
Support for multiple cryptocurrencies
24/7 technical support

Infobox: JA Mining offers a $100 credit for new users and operates exclusively on renewable energy. The platform supports multiple cryptocurrencies, provides daily payouts, and features robust security and 24/7 support.

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Anonymous am 22.05.2025

tbh I dont realy get why people would go for mining stocks if bitcoin it self is higher yelding like the tabel shows. Some one said gold is more safe cause of dividens but if you just hold BTC you dont need that especily since mining with the green energy cloud miners sounds more modern anyway. I gues if you do both you win but gold dont go up so much usualy, right?

StockDude77 am 22.05.2025

I dunno if i missed something but that JA mining $100 thing kinda confusing cuz woulnd’t everyone just use up the credit and cash out if they cud, so how they make muny on that? Also I thot cloud mining was risky since you dont actualy own the gear just like rent??? Plus someone said the extra power go back to the grid but do they proof that or just say it, not shur how u chek.

Anonymous am 22.05.2025

Honestly, for me, what stuck out is the part about how gold mining stocks don't always outperform gold itself. I remember a couple years ago when everyone in my family was saying gold mining companies were the “safe bet” and you'd get stability AND dividends, but in practice, sometimes those stocks end up meh anyway if costs go up or something nasty happens at their mines. Like, just because a company is tied to gold doesn’t mean your investment is as stable as physical gold itself, right?

Plus, nobody really talks about the headaches of dealing with gold mining stocks if the countries where they're mining run into political messes. At least with gold bars under your mattress (not that I have any), you kinda know what you’ve got.

On the cloud mining bit, I see all the promos for stuff like JA Mining and this $100 credit everywhere lately. The green energy angle sounds cool, but honestly sometimes I wonder, do we actually know if this is as “green” as they say? Or is it just smart marketing? Not throwing shade, just feels like every company says they are “100% renewable” now, kinda hard to check in reality.

I’m tempted to try their offer just to see how it works but I‘m still kinda confused by all the contract options and payout terms with cloud mining in general. Feels a bit like you gotta do way more research than just buying Bitcoin or gold outright, or am I overcomplicating this? Curious if anyone here actually tried those cloud mining contracts and what your experience was.

Anonymous am 22.05.2025

I found it interesting that a couple people already talked about the pros and cons of holding gold or bitcoin, but nobody’s really mentioned yet what it’s actually like dealing with mining stocks themselves vs. just buying the assets. I’ve had some exposure to gold mining stocks in the past (Kinross and Barrick, nothing too crazy), and honestly, they’re a bit of a weird animal. Like, sometimes when gold goes up, these stocks don’t even move the same way you’d expect—they get hit by stuff like political risks in the countries they operate, management drama or rising operating costs. There’s this idea they’re super stable because they’re tied to real-world production, but in practice it doesn’t always feel that way. Dividends are nice, but sometimes they slice them if profits drop, so it’s not a sure thing either.

Also, regarding the cloud mining stuff, I’m always a bit skeptical. It sounds really cool, especially with this ‘100% renewable’ pitch, but cloud mining used to be kind of shady, loads of scammy offers back in the day. Maybe things have changed though – if it’s as simple and transparent as they say now, and you actually get regular payouts, I can see why folks would try it as an easy entry (especially with that free $100). Just hope the “daily payouts” aren’t eaten up by fees or bad luck with network changes.

Long story short, I get why the trend’s moving toward people diversifying and mixing gold, crypto, and maybe even some cloud mining, just for the sake of not putting all your eggs in one basket. At the same time, with all these options it’s easy to get lost if you don’t do your homework. Just my two cents from watching gold miner stocks go sideways when gold looked strong and now seeing the same thing start to happen with bitcoin miners. Sometimes simpler is better.

Anonymous am 23.05.2025

Isnt it weird how they say more rich peeple are bying both gold and btc now, but like the artcle dosent explain WHY suddenly they all changed at once. I dont get how just owning real gold versus gold stoacks makes you more safe cause u cant even use gold for much, but stocks got companeis behind them, right? Also the infographic dosen't even say if the returns from JA mining are better than just buying btc and holding so dont see the point if I gotta learn all this tech stuff anyway.

Anonymous am 23.05.2025

One thing people often forget is that with these gold mining stocks, even if the price doesn’t skyrocket like Bitcoin, the regular dividends can really stack up over the years. Plus, some folks just feel more comfortable with something that has clearer rules and oversight, especially in crazy market times. I kinda get why wealthier investors mix both instead of going all-in on one side.

Article Summary

Bitcoin has outperformed most mining stocks over the past three years, while wealthy investors increasingly combine gold and cryptocurrencies for portfolio stability. JA Mining now offers a $100 credit on its renewable energy-powered cloud mining platform supporting multiple coins with daily payouts and robust security.