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Sep 1, 2026
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byAbdulkarim Abdulwahab
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ViaBTC CEO Yang Haipo says AI-driven demand for electricity and data centers is reshaping crypto but will not displace Bitcoin mining; network hashrate peaked above 1.1 zettahashes per second (ZH/s) in October 2025 before falling to more than 900 exahashes per second (EH/s) several times this year, highlighting competition for power between mining and AI/HPC. Miners are expected to shift to cheaper, surplus and flexible energy and push efficiency upgrades ahead of the 2028 halving, signaling continued adoption and resilience for Bitcoin mining while increasing operational and energy risk.
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- AI is reshaping Bitcoin mining as major firms shift resources toward AI and HPC.
- Bitcoin mining remains strong where cheap, surplus and flexible power is available.
- The 2028 halving will push miners to improve efficiency and secure lower-cost energy.
Artificial intelligence is changing the Bitcoin mining industry by increasing demand for electricity, data centers, land and investment. Butof the market
Instead, the two industries will compete for ree power
In a recent analysis, Yang said Bitcoin mining has already gone through a major adjustment. Network hashrate rose above 1.1 zettahashes per second (ZH/s) in October 2025 before falling to more than 900 exahashes per second (EH/s) several times this year.
Source: cryptorank.io