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Bitcoin Hashrate Continues To Fall, Now Lowest Since September

Bitcoin's network hashrate, a key indicator of total mining computational power, has continued its recent decline. The 7-day average hashrate has now dropped to 978.8 EH/s, its lowest level since early September. This follows an all-time high set in mid-October, after which miners began to decommission equipment as BTC's price turned bearish. Despite a recent price recovery to around $93,000, miner sentiment remains weak. This sustained drop in hashrate is now directly impacting Bitcoin's mining difficulty. With average block times currently at 10.43 minutes—slower than the target 10 minutes—the network is estimated to see a 4.15% reduction in difficulty in its next automated adjustment. This adjustment, still a few days away, could change if miner activity shifts. The declining hashrate reflects a broader trend of reduced miner optimism and operational scaling back.

bitcoinistYesterday 06:05

Bitcoin Hashrate Continues To Fall, Now Lowest Since September

bitcoinistYesterday 06:05

Bitcoin Miners Pull Back: Hashrate Drops To 3-Month Low

Bitcoin's mining hashrate has dropped to a three-month low of 998 EH/s, a significant decline from its all-time high of 1,151 EH/s recorded in October. This decline indicates that miners are decommissioning their rigs, a trend that typically occurs when mining becomes less profitable. The drop has continued despite a recent 5% price increase in Bitcoin to around $95,500, suggesting miners remain unconvinced of a sustained bullish momentum. As a result of the reduced hashrate, the average block time has slowed to 10.6 minutes. This is expected to trigger an estimated 5.6% decrease in mining difficulty during the next biweekly network adjustment to correct for the slower block production.

bitcoinist01/17 17:03

Bitcoin Miners Pull Back: Hashrate Drops To 3-Month Low

bitcoinist01/17 17:03

Bitcoin Mining Pressure Eases After First Difficulty Adjustment Of The Year

Bitcoin's mining difficulty decreased to approximately 146.4 trillion in the first adjustment of 2026, offering brief relief to miners. This change occurred as average block times dipped slightly below the 10-minute target. Despite the drop, mining difficulty remains historically high, and miner profitability continues to be pressured by post-halving economics and elevated operational costs. The next adjustment, expected around January 22, 2026, is projected to increase difficulty to around 148 trillion if block times normalize. This periodic recalibration mechanism helps maintain consistent block production, but sustained shifts may signal broader changes in miner behavior and network dynamics.

bitcoinist01/12 08:41

Bitcoin Mining Pressure Eases After First Difficulty Adjustment Of The Year

bitcoinist01/12 08:41

The Bitcoin Signal Most Investors Overlook: Hash Ribbons Explain What’s Happening

Bitcoin is struggling to hold above $90,000 amid ongoing market uncertainty. While traders focus on price levels, miner behavior is sending critical signals through the Hash Ribbons indicator. As mining costs rise, unprofitable miners often sell BTC or shut down equipment, leading to a declining hashrate. Recent downward adjustments in mining difficulty (around 2.6% and a projected 1.88%) are easing operational stress, marginally improving miner profitability even without significant price increases. This reduces the urgency for miners to sell BTC to cover costs. The Hash Ribbons currently indicate a buy signal, suggesting miner selling pressure has been absorbed. However, as difficulty normalizes and hashrate recovers, this supportive phase may be ending.

bitcoinist01/10 09:02

The Bitcoin Signal Most Investors Overlook: Hash Ribbons Explain What’s Happening

bitcoinist01/10 09:02

Bitcoin miners face rising stress as price trades below growth cost

Bitcoin is trading below the estimated breakeven cost of approximately $95,000–$96,000 per BTC required for sustainable network expansion, placing miners under financial stress. While this has slowed hashrate growth and compressed margins, it has not triggered widespread capitulation. On-chain data indicates miners are accumulating BTC rather than liquidating reserves, and a minor difficulty adjustment of 1.2% suggests adaptation rather than structural decline. The current phase reflects operational consolidation and internal stress management, not a market breakdown, as efficient miners continue functioning despite price pressures.

ambcrypto01/09 18:06

Bitcoin miners face rising stress as price trades below growth cost

ambcrypto01/09 18:06

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops for the Fourth Time in Two Months

The Bitcoin mining difficulty decreased by 1.2% on January 8, dropping to 146.4 trillion, marking the fourth decline since early November 2025 and the first in 2026. This adjustment reflects reduced activity among miners, as indicated by the global hashrate falling from its peak of 1.31 Zh/s in October to 1.08 Zh/s. Experts attribute the lower difficulty to the market adapting to Bitcoin's price correction, which has declined 28% from its October high of $126,000 to around $90,000. Despite challenges, mining activity has persisted, and Bitcoin is increasingly recognized as a strategic infrastructure asset, including in the U.S. The industry is maturing, with regulatory frameworks emerging in jurisdictions like Russia. Looking ahead, the Industrial Mining Association in Russia anticipates market growth in 2026, driven by Bitcoin's potential recovery, institutional interest, and greater integration with AI and financial markets, possibly leading to initiatives like bond offerings, IPOs, and crypto-backed loans.

RBK-crypto01/08 11:32

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops for the Fourth Time in Two Months

RBK-crypto01/08 11:32

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Ends 2025 at 148.2 Trillion

Bitcoin's mining difficulty concluded 2025 at 148.2 trillion, marking a 35% annual increase from the 109.8 trillion recorded at the start of the year. This growth occurred despite market fluctuations and the 2025 halving event, reflecting the network's continued expansion and security. The difficulty peaked at 156.0 trillion in November before a slight decline. The trend indicates sustained miner confidence and investment, even as Bitcoin's price ended the year 4% lower. The rising difficulty post-halving demonstrates the network's resilience, with efficient miners remaining operational. The next adjustment is projected to reach approximately 149.3 trillion in early January 2026.

TheNewsCrypto12/30 07:50

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Ends 2025 at 148.2 Trillion

TheNewsCrypto12/30 07:50

Bitcoin Miners Brace For Another Difficulty Spike In January After 2025 Record

Bitcoin's mining difficulty has increased slightly to over 148 trillion as block times averaged 9.95 minutes, below the 10-minute target. The network is expected to raise difficulty again on January 8, 2026, to maintain steady block production. This follows a year of record-breaking difficulty levels, driven by earlier Bitcoin price surges and increased mining activity. Higher difficulty raises operational costs and can pressure miner profitability, but it also helps secure the network by preventing centralization. Despite recent price volatility, analysts project steady long-term growth for Bitcoin. Difficulty adjustments play a crucial role in maintaining network stability and a decentralized mining landscape.

bitcoinist12/29 16:32

Bitcoin Miners Brace For Another Difficulty Spike In January After 2025 Record

bitcoinist12/29 16:32

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Rose 35% In 2025, Data Shows

In 2025, Bitcoin mining difficulty increased by 35%, rising from 109.8 trillion hashes at the start of the year to 148.2 trillion. This growth was driven by a significant expansion in the network's computing power, with the 7-day average hashrate climbing from 795.7 TH/s to 1,070.3 TH/s, peaking at a record 1,151.6 TH/s in October. Although both hashrate and difficulty have declined since then, they remain substantially higher than January levels. The increase in difficulty is a direct response to the rising hashrate, as the network automatically adjusts to maintain a 10-minute block time. Meanwhile, Bitcoin's price has been volatile, recently consolidating around $87,300 after briefly surpassing $89,000.

bitcoinist12/27 13:55

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Rose 35% In 2025, Data Shows

bitcoinist12/27 13:55

Bitcoin miners face growing stress as reserves drop and difficulty remains near record highs

Bitcoin miner reserves have declined to 1.806 million BTC, indicating sustained selling to cover costs amid lower prices. Exchange-to-miner inflows have also dropped significantly, reducing external liquidity. Meanwhile, mining difficulty remains near record highs despite Bitcoin's price fall from over $120,000 to around $88,000. This combination of high operational costs and reduced revenue is squeezing miner margins. If prices stay below $90,000, miners may be forced to sell more reserves, reduce operations, or capitulate—increasing sell-side pressure on the market. A price rise would alleviate stress; otherwise, miner liquidity remains a key risk.

ambcrypto12/23 17:10

Bitcoin miners face growing stress as reserves drop and difficulty remains near record highs

ambcrypto12/23 17:10

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