Uzbekistan launches state-backed crypto mining zone with tax breaks
A presidential decree effective April 20 established the "Besqala Mining Valley" in Karakalpakstan, allowing registered miners to use mixed power sources and sell assets on foreign platforms. Proceeds must remain in Uzbekistan bank accounts. The zone offers full tax exemption until Jan. 1, 2035, with a 1% monthly fee on mining income.
Apr 22nd, 2026·Uzbekistan Presidential Resolution
American Bitcoin energizes 11,298 ASICs at Alberta site
American Bitcoin completed energization of 11,298 ASICs at its Drumheller, Alberta site, bringing its total fleet to ~89,242 units at 28.1 EH/s and 16 J/TH average efficiency. ABTC shares rose ~11.7% to $1.38 on the news. The company had reported a $59.5M net loss in Q4 2025.
Apr 22nd, 2026·American Bitcoin
Bitcoin difficulty dips 1.1%, next adjustment projected higher
Bitcoin mining difficulty fell to ~135.59T, down 1.1%. CoinWarz projects the next adjustment on May 1 will raise difficulty to 137.43T. Separately, public miners including MARA, Riot, and CleanSpark sold over 32,000 BTC in Q1 2026, surpassing total 2025 sales and setting a quarterly record.
Apr 14th, 2026·CoinWarz
Bitdeer launches SEALMINER A4 series at 9.45 J/TH
Bitdeer launched the SEALMINER A4 series, powered by its proprietary SEAL04 chip. Three models cover air and hydro cooling. The flagship A4 Ultra Hydro leads at 9.45 J/TH efficiency, 886 TH/s hashrate, and 8,372.7W power draw.
Apr 7th, 2026·Bitdeer
Solo miner beats 1-in-28,000 odds for $210K reward
A solo miner with 230 TH/s validated block 943,411 via solo.ckpool.org, earning 3.139 BTC (~$210K). The rig held just 0.00002% of total network hashrate, facing roughly 1-in-28,000 daily odds. It marks CKpool's 312th solo win since 2014, ending a 33-day streak without a solo block.
Apr 6th, 2026·CKpool / Con Kolivas