Bitcoin Hashrate Declines in Q2 2026 Amid Global Shifts

Global Bitcoin hashrate experienced a decline in the second quarter of 2026, according to Hashrate Index data. The hashrate fell from 1,066 EH/s in the first quarter to 1,004 EH/s in the second quarter. According to NS3.AI, the United States, Russia, and China contributed approximately 65% of the total hashrate during this period. Meanwhile, Kyrgyzstan and Paraguay demonstrated growth in their hashrate, driven by access to low-cost energy and the introduction of new equipment.