Bitcoin Mining Costs Rise in Q3 Amid Economic Challenges

According to Odaily, a recent report by CoinShares reveals that the average cash cost for publicly listed Bitcoin mining companies increased to $55,950 in the third quarter, marking a 13% rise from $49,500 in the second quarter. When accounting for non-cash expenses such as depreciation and equity incentives, the average mining cost reaches $106,000. The report identifies three primary factors contributing to the rise in mining costs. Firstly, the surge in interest in artificial intelligence has diverted funds that could have been used for mining company expansion. Secondly, some mining companies have adopted a HODL strategy, focusing on holding Bitcoin rather than expanding their operations. Lastly, the increase in electricity costs during the summer in Texas has impacted production costs for mining companies in the region. In terms of individual company performance, Marathon emerged as the mining company with the lowest cash costs, benefiting from increased Bitcoin production and tax incentives. TeraWulf saw a significant reduction in costs, dropping by 20%, due to a 92% decrease in debt expenses, placing it third in the rankings. Despite improvements in operational efficiency, Riot fell to seventh place.