Bitcoin mining landscape changes: North American mining pool share declines, miners accelerate adoption of AI

【Crypto World】The United States’ influence in global Bitcoin mining is weakening. According to tracking by BlocksBridge Consulting, the share of blocks controlled by North American mining pools has dropped sharply from over 40% at the beginning of the year to 35% in December, a significant decline.

This change is driven by dual pressures. On one hand, mining profits have been halved. JPMorgan data shows that the daily average income per EH/s has plummeted by 32% year-over-year, hitting small and medium miners especially hard. On the other hand, the rise of artificial intelligence infrastructure is diverting capital—companies are finding higher returns in deploying AI chips.

Interestingly, even though former President Trump has repeatedly endorsed Bitcoin mining in the U.S., this shift has not been stopped. Large mining companies like Hut 8 have begun heavily investing in AI businesses, voting with their actions. When mining profit margins are squeezed, capital will seek new growth points. This is not something that policy can change—it’s the operation of economic laws.