Bitcoin mining 2025: Post-halving profitability, hashrate and energy trends
Bitcoin mining has entered its fifth epoch following the 2024 halving, reducing block rewards from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC. This change has prompted miners to enhance operational efficiency, reduce energy costs, and upgrade hardware. The network's hashrate increased to 831 EH/s by May 1, 2025, recovering from a low of 519 EH/s in 2024. New ASIC models from Bitmain, MicroBT, and Canaan are optimizing energy use, with Bitmain’s Antminer S21+ achieving 216 TH/s at 16.5 J/TH. Post-halving, Bitcoin mining profitability has declined, with hashprice dropping from $0.12 to $0.049. Miners are seeking low-cost energy sources, with regions like Oman and the UAE offering competitive rates. The industry is shifting towards more efficient operations, driven by rising energy costs and technological advancements. Future trends will be influenced by AI computing and regulatory changes.
