Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Decreases, but Set to Rise Again

The Bitcoin mining difficulty has experienced a modest decrease over the last 24 hours, dropping to around 135.5 T. However, it is expected to increase in the next adjustment period on May 01, 2026.

This development comes as public mining companies have been selling record amounts of BTC to cover their operating expenses. According to recent data, these companies sold more than 32,000 BTC in total during Q1 2026, surpassing the combined sales of all four quarters of 2025.

The current economic conditions for Bitcoin miners remain challenging, with rising energy prices and a crypto bear market creating headwinds. In fact, up to 20% of miners are reportedly unprofitable under current conditions.