According to the Hashrate Index report, global Bitcoin hash rate dropped to approximately 1,004 EH/s in Q2 2026, down about 5.8% from Q1. This decline is mainly due to Bitcoin's price falling roughly 50% from its 2025 peak and mining revenues hitting historic lows, forcing some older mining rigs to shut down. Hash rate remains highly concentrated, with the U.S. (37.4%), Russia (16.9%), and China (12.0%) collectively accounting for about 65%. Meanwhile, emerging markets like Kyrgyzstan and Paraguay are seeing growth against the trend, supported by low-cost energy and new equipment. The key driver of hash rate changes remains profitability, rather than policy or energy factors. https://(wublock123.com)/news/hashrate-index-2026-q2-bitcoin-hashrate-1004-ehs-59155