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The global landscape of Bitcoin mining is undergoing a significant shift, with the United States now leading the charge, commanding an impressive 40% of the total <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/impending-bitcoin-halving-may-trigger-major-hashrate-decline-say-experts/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">hashrate</a>. <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/immersion-cooling-transforms-chinas-crypto-mining-landscape/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">China</a>, once the uncontested giant in the field, now holds 15% of the mining power, followed by <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/russia-s-energy-ministry-charges-forward-to-legalize-crypto-mining/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Russia</a> at 12%. This information, <a href="https://twitter.com/JMellerud/status/1758477151756509521" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">highlighted</a> by industry expert Jaran Mellerud, reflects a dynamic and rapidly changing sector.
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This geographical distribution of mining power has notable gaps, particularly in Africa and Latin America, which currently contribute minimally to the global hashrate. However, industry forecasts suggest that these regions are on the cusp of a transformative rise in cryptocurrency mining activities within the next one to two years.
The current distribution presents a stark contrast to the historical concentration of mining power in China. Policy shifts and regulatory crackdowns have redistributed the hashrate across the globe, with countries like <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/global-bitcoin-mining-activity-soars-hashrate-hits-record-high/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Kazakhstan</a> and Malaysia also emerging as significant players, each contributing 3.5% and 3%, respectively. The United Arab Emirates is positioning itself as a new hub, accounting for 3% of the global hashrate.
The movement of Bitcoin mining into diverse geopolitical areas is not only a testament to the resilient nature of the network but also signals a broader acceptance and integration of cryptocurrency mining into various economies. This decentralization of mining operations is critical for the stability and security of the Bitcoin network, ensuring no single country can exert undue influence over the blockchain.
As the industry continues to evolve, eyes are on regions like Africa and Latin America, where untapped potential and the promise of economic benefits could lead to a surge in local mining operations. The expansion of Bitcoin mining into these territories is poised to offer a more inclusive and balanced global hashrate distribution, strengthening the backbone of the world's premier cryptocurrency.

U.S. Dominates Bitcoin Mining as Global Hashrate Distribution Evolves

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