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Bitcoin mining difficulty falls, but projected to rise in next adjustment
TL;DR
Bitcoin mining difficulty decreased by 1.1% to approximately 135.5 T, as public mining companies sold large amounts of BTC. However, it is projected to rise to 137.43 T in the next adjustment on May 1, 2026.
Key points
- Bitcoin mining difficulty fell to about 135.5 T
- Decrease of about 1.1% over the last 24 hours
- Next adjustment projected for May 1, 2026
- Difficulty expected to rise to 137.43 T
- Public mining companies sold record amounts of BTC
The Bitcoin (BTC) mining difficulty, the relative challenge of adding new blocks to the BTC blockchain, fell on Saturday, amid public mining companies selling record amounts of BTC to cover operating expenses.
The Bitcoin mining difficulty fell to about 135.5 T, a modest decrease of about 1.1% over the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinWarz. Mining difficulty is also projected to increase in the next adjustment period. CoinWarz said:
“The next Bitcoin difficulty adjustment is estimated to take place on May 01, 2026, 01:24:54 PM UTC, increasing the Bitcoin mining difficulty from 135.59 T to 137.43 T, which will take place in 1,865 blocks, about 12 days, 18 hours, and 41 minutes from now.”
Bitcoin mining difficulty between 2014 and 2026. Source: CoinWarz
Bitcoin miners have faced mounting challenges over the past year, as reduced block rewards, rising energy prices, a crypto bear market and geopolitical shocks create economic headwinds for miners.
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Public mining companies sell record amounts of BTC
Publicly traded Bitcoin mining companies sold more BTC in Q1 2026 than all four quarters of 2025 combined, according to .
Q&A
What is the current Bitcoin mining difficulty?
The current Bitcoin mining difficulty is approximately 135.5 T.
When is the next Bitcoin mining difficulty adjustment scheduled?
The next Bitcoin mining difficulty adjustment is estimated to occur on May 1, 2026.
How much will the Bitcoin mining difficulty increase in the next adjustment?
The Bitcoin mining difficulty is projected to increase from 135.59 T to 137.43 T in the next adjustment.
