Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Adjusts to 146.4 Trillion Amid Ongoing Challenges
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 10 2026- Mining Difficulty Adjustment: The Bitcoin network's mining difficulty has slightly decreased to 146.4 trillion, reflecting ongoing challenges faced by miners globally, although this adjustment has not significantly improved profitability.
- Future Adjustment Expectations: The next difficulty adjustment, expected on January 22, 2026, will raise the difficulty to approximately 148.2 trillion, aiming to optimize network performance to maintain block times close to the 10-minute target, showcasing efforts for network stability.
- Historical High Review: Despite reaching new peaks in 2025, mining difficulty remains below the all-time high of 155.9 trillion recorded in November 2025, indicating intensified competition and macroeconomic pressures impacting miners.
- Increased Profitability Pressure: Miners faced significant margin pressures in 2025, particularly following the Bitcoin halving in April 2024, leading to a substantial decline in revenues and exacerbating industry challenges.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
