CoinDesk Crypto Bitcoin Miners Reap Windfall as ‘Runes’ Debut Sends Transaction Fees to Record Highs Antzila.comApril 21, 2024 The Bitcoin "halving" was supposed to dramatically chop revenue of bitcoin mining companies. Instead, the simultaneous launch of Casey Rodarmor's Runes protocol has ignited a flurry activity on the oldest and largest blockchain, driving up fees. ⦿Source