Key Takeaways:
Bitcoin difficulty fell 2.3% on May 1, marking 6 cuts in 2026 as hashrate dipped below 1 ZH/s. Over the last seven days, Foundry USA mined 31.51% of 987 blocks, and with Antpool and ViaBTC combined, it pushes the three pools’ share to 58.35%. Hashprice rose to $37.52/PH/s as block times hit 10:28, with another difficulty adjustment eyed around May 17. Bitcoin Adjustment at Block 947520 Cuts Difficulty 2.3%The May 1 adjustment represents the network’s sixth reduction of 2026 out of nine total epochs. After the latest change, difficulty stands at 132.47 trillion, and this level is expected to hold until on or around May 17.
With more than 1,800 blocks remaining and conditions still in flux, the network’s trajectory into mid-May will depend on whether computational power stabilizes or continues its gradual retreat in the days ahead. Market participants will be watching for directional clarity.
