Bitcoin mining profitability has plummeted as the hash price fell below $30 per PH/day, marking a five-year low. This downturn has rendered 15-20% of older mining rigs unprofitable, exacerbated by a 31% drop in Bitcoin's price from its October 2025 high. The global hash rate also saw a temporary 10% decline due to profit compression and regulatory inspections, though it is expected to rebound to 1.8 ZH/s by the end of 2026. Amid these challenges, the industry is witnessing a shift towards AI and high-performance computing (HPC). Publicly traded mining companies have announced over $70 billion in AI/HPC contracts, with firms like WULF and CIFR transitioning into data center operations. This pivot is driven by higher returns from AI infrastructure compared to traditional mining, as hash rate prices remain low. The future of mining hinges on Bitcoin's price recovery, with a potential rebound above $100,000 needed to sustain high-cost operators.
Bitcoin Mining Faces Profit Squeeze as Hash Price Hits Five-Year Low
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