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Bitcoin Mining Model Faces ‘Structural’ Test in Current Cycle; Wintermute

Bitcoin miners are facing unprecedented margin pressure due to a lack of expected price rallies post-halving and rising operational costs, forcing a strategic re-evaluation of their business models. The traditional Bitcoin mining model is undergoing a structural test, pushing firms to explore alternative revenue streams like AI infrastructure hosting and active treasury management of their BTC holdings. Miners are increasingly selling BTC reserves to cover costs or fund new ventures, signaling a shift from passive holding to treating Bitcoin as a working asset, which could lead to industry consolidation. The exploration of AI and high-performance computing presents a significant new revenue opportunity for miners, leveraging their existing power infrastructure, though it requires substantial capital investment and strategic adaptation.