AntPool, the second largest pool in Bitcoin mining, mined seven consecutive blocks on May 17, causing concerns about network security in the cryptocurrency community. These blocks confirmed 20,686 transactions, resulting in 23 BTC worth approximately $1.54 million. This highlights the risks associated with centralized mining pools. AntPool and Foundry now control more than 50% of Bitcoin's hash rate, raising concerns about potential centralization and transaction censorship. 📉