U.S. Tariffs Drive Bitcoin Mining Costs Up, Spurring Global Adaptations

New U.S. tariffs are impacting the world of Bitcoin mining by raising costs for hardware, forcing miners to re-evaluate their operations and shift sourcing strategies. These tariffs, designed to incentivize domestic production, are accelerating import delays from Southeast Asia while potentially strengthening mining in regions with more favorable equipment costs like Iran and Russia. This global adjustment has miners scrambling for faster delivery options and exploring new market opportunities.