The Bitcoin network has once again reached a record level of mining difficulty. On October 1, 2025, the difficulty increased by 5.97%, marking the seventh consecutive adjustment upward. The current mining difficulty now stands at 150.84 T, while the network’s average hash rate is 1.06 ZH/s.
This metric represents the average computational power required to successfully mine a new block and directly impacts miners’ potential earnings. The upward trend in difficulty reflects a stronger network and increased competition among miners.
Mining Income and Trends
Since July 2025, Bitcoin mining difficulty has steadily risen. Monthly mining revenue charts indicate that earnings remained relatively stable in July and August, but dropped by roughly $20 million in September.
Large-scale miners tend to benefit from rising difficulty levels, while smaller operators and mining pools may find continued operations unprofitable, potentially pushing them out of the market.
Next Adjustment
The next difficulty recalculation is scheduled for October 15, 2025, with forecasts suggesting a slight decrease of 1.58%, which would bring the difficulty down to 148.45 T.
These ongoing fluctuations illustrate the dynamic nature of Bitcoin mining and the importance of network efficiency for all participants.
