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Bitcoin’s network indicators posted broad declines this week as market and operational pressures weighed on mining activity. Hashrate dropped 5.9% to 945 EH/s, its lowest level in weeks, while daily miner revenue also fell sharply. The contraction also affected transaction metrics, with transaction fees, mempool size and estimated transaction value experiencing sharp downturns.
The downturn coincided with a 7.1% retreat in Bitcoin’s price to $109,545, erasing gains from earlier this month. With difficulty unchanged at a record 129.44T, miners are facing tighter margins amid reduced income and weaker on-chain demand. Market participants will be watching whether network activity rebounds ahead of the next difficulty adjustment.
MARA Expands to Europe With New Paris Headquarters
MARA, formerly Marathon Digital, has announced it will establish a European headquarters in Paris, a major step in its international expansion strategy. The company appointed Gérard Mestrallet, former CEO of energy giant Engie, as senior adviser and François Garcin as general manager for Europe to lead the initiative. The move positions MARA to engage more directly with European regulators, energy markets, and institutional partners while tapping into the region’s growing blockchain ecosystem.
By setting up in Paris, MARA aims to diversify its energy sourcing—potentially integrating more renewable power—while also strengthening its role in shaping Europe’s cryptocurrency regulatory dialogue. The expansion comes as global miners seek regional hubs to balance energy access, policy alignment, and operational efficiency. Success will hinge on navigating challenges like national regulatory fragmentation, volatile electricity pricing, and environmental pressures, but the move underscores MARA’s intent to be a global leader in Bitcoin mining.
Fonte: bitcoinworld.co.in
Merged Mining Emerges as Lifeline for Independent Bitcoin Miners
As industry giants like MARA and Riot Platforms diversify into renewable energy projects and AI infrastructure, small and mid-sized miners are struggling to stay afloat amid high energy costs, volatile markets, and tariff pressures. Analysts warn that consolidation of hashpower among a few well-capitalized firms threatens Bitcoin’s decentralization, as larger operators secure favorable energy rates and government incentives that smaller miners cannot match.
Merged mining has become a key tool for independent operators, allowing them to secure Bitcoin while simultaneously mining other compatible blockchains without additional energy or hardware. This added revenue stream can keep small miners online through downturns and post-halving squeezes, preserving their role in the network. By enabling smaller players to remain competitive, merged mining helps sustain the diversity of participation that underpins Bitcoin’s resilience against centralization.
Fonte: cripto.notizie
US Tariffs Drive Rising Liabilities for Bitcoin Miners
The ongoing US-China trade war is reshaping the mining sector, with tariffs now at 57.6% for China-made rigs and 21.6% for equipment from Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. According to The Miner Mag, two US-listed miners face major disputes with Customs and Border Protection: CleanSpark warned of up to $185M in liabilities, while IREN is contesting $100M. With hashprice stuck below $60/PH/s and fees under 1% of block rewards, shrinking revenues are amplifying the financial strain.
To mitigate tariff risks, miners are diversifying supply chains and manufacturers are shifting production. Bitmain, Canaan, and MicroBT have all announced US-based facilities, while Canaan also moved its headquarters to Singapore. Still, analysts caution that rising costs could weaken US demand for mining rigs, inadvertently advantaging operators abroad. The impact will depend heavily on future US tariff policy and how effectively miners adapt.
Fonte: cointelegraph.com
Sen. Lummis Projects US Crypto Market Structure Bill by Year-End
Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis said she expects a digital asset market structure bill to reach President Trump’s desk “before the end of the year,” potentially by Thanksgiving. Speaking at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, Lummis outlined a timeline that would see the bill pass through the Senate Banking Committee in September and the Agriculture Committee in October. The legislation is expected to build on the House-passed Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act, which saw bipartisan support in July.
The Senate version, tentatively called the Responsible Financial Innovation Act, would clarify the roles of the SEC and CFTC in overseeing digital assets. Lummis emphasized aligning closely with the House bill to preserve bipartisan momentum. Senate Banking Chair Tim Scott added that 12–18 Democrats could support the effort once it reaches a floor vote. While stablecoin regulation under the GENIUS Act has already been signed into law, Republicans indicated that anti-CBDC legislation may not advance until 2026.
Fonte: cointelegraph.com
Russia Eyes Crypto Mining Farms at Coal Sites to Offset Industry Decline
Officials in Siberia’s Kemerovo Oblast are weighing plans to build cryptocurrency mining farms alongside coal mines, aiming to slow the region’s declining coal industry. Regional leaders say a dedicated mining facility, including its own thermal power plant, would cost around 5B rubles ($62M) but could generate 1B rubles ($12M) in annual profits, repaying initial investments in four to five years. Power could be supplied at roughly $0.03 per kWh by burning 50,000 tons of coal annually.
The initiative reflects Russia’s broader effort to find suitable zones for legal mining, which was recognized as a business activity last year. While the boom has triggered electricity shortages and bans in several regions, authorities are now exploring coal, oil, and gas-linked energy sites as potential hosts for large-scale operations. Proposals to repurpose abandoned oil wells and surplus gas infrastructure highlight Moscow’s attempts to support the mining sector while managing grid constraints and regional economic challenges.
Fonte: cryptopolitan.com
Texas Residents Push for Local Control Over Noisy Bitcoin Mine
Residents of Mitchell Bend in Hood County, Texas, are escalating efforts to regulate a nearby Bitcoin mining site run by Marathon Digital, citing constant industrial noise, health issues, and declining property values. Locals say the facility, in operation for three years, has caused sleep disruption, tinnitus, and even permanent hearing damage. A petition to incorporate the unincorporated community, giving it authority to pass local ordinances—was dismissed for failing to meet the state’s 50-voter threshold, but a second petition has been filed ahead of the November ballot.
Alongside the incorporation push, residents have turned to litigation. Climate group Earthjustice has filed for an injunction against Marathon, and a personal injury lawyer is pursuing claims tied to health damage and lost home value. Critics argue county officials have not given residents fair notice on procedural requirements, leaving lawsuits or incorporation as their only means of recourse. The dispute reflects growing friction across Texas, where large-scale mining projects often sit adjacent to rural neighborhoods and farmland.
Fonte: cryptoslate.com