Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops to 148.2T After Three Consecutive Reductions
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 23 2025- Mining Difficulty Adjustment: On December 11, Bitcoin's network adjusted mining difficulty down by 0.74% to 148.2T, marking the third consecutive reduction since the all-time high of 155.97T in late November, indicating a stabilization after rapid growth.
- Hashrate Remains Elevated: According to Glassnode, Bitcoin's global hashrate seven-day moving average is near 1.1 ZH/s, confirming strong network security despite profit pressures, with competition intensifying as hashrate approaches previous highs of 1.15 ZH/s recorded in mid-October.
- Profitability Constraints: Even with Bitcoin's price hovering above $90,000, mining returns remain limited, as hashprice struggles to exceed $40 per PH/s per day, putting pressure on operators facing rising energy costs, which impacts overall profitability.
- Solo Miner Success: Amidst this backdrop, a solo miner successfully mined block #927,474 on the Bitcoin network, earning a total reward of 3.133 BTC valued at $284,661, demonstrating that independent miners can still achieve substantial rewards in a highly competitive environment.
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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.
