Bitmain, a global leader in cryptocurrency mining hardware, has chosen Texas as its new production headquarters on American soil.
A decision that redefines the industry’s balance, with direct implications on delivery times, supply chain, and technological independence, in an international context marked by trade tensions and new regulations on crypto.
That move that shakes the sector: Bitmain starts the production of mining hardware in the USA (Texas)
The new Bitmain factory in the USA will start the production and local assembly of systems for mining starting from the first quarter of 2026.
Approximately 250 local workers are expected to be hired, with the aim of accelerating the distribution of products in the domestic market and ensuring greater autonomy compared to the Asian supply chain.
Texas was chosen for the availability of competitive energy and for the regulation favorable to the industry of the blockchain. The presence of high-capacity energy infrastructures makes the state the ideal place for high-consumption plants like bitcoin mining.
- Faster delivery for US customers, thanks to production proximity
- Dedicated assistance and maintenance, with specialized centers directly in the territory
- Greater resilience against potential disruptions in USA-China relations
The local assembly represents a leap in quality: Bitmain not only reduces the release times of new models, but also gains direct control over quality and a faster reaction to upcoming American regulatory evolutions.
- Increase in transparency in production processes
- Immediate response to modification requests from regulators
- Short supply chain to reduce the risks of customs blockages and slowdowns
The investment comes at a crucial time. The growing distrust towards Chinese big tech and the limitations imposed on the supply of strategic products have led many companies to rethink their value chain.
An article from Reuters indicates how mining hardware is at the center of the current trade disputes between the two powers. Installing production and assembly directly in the USA serves to mitigate risks and ensure continuity for the operators.
Mining hardware in the United States: challenges and regulatory obstacles
The strengthening of Bitmain’s industrial presence is not without obstacles. American authorities are intensifying controls on strategic technological products — including ASIC hardware for mining.
The parameters on the export of microchips, particularly those with potential applications in both crypto and artificial intelligence, are continuously evolving and under discussion, with possible new directives expected in the coming months.
Behind the direct entry of Bitmain, significant American players such as Marathon Digital Holdings and CleanSpark are moving, having consolidated their position after the crackdown on mining activities in China in 2021.
The competition for control of the mining hardware supply chain in North America is active and growing.
According to Irene Gao, global head of Bitmain, “the transfer of production to the United States represents a necessary investment to maintain leadership in a high-stakes market and ensure American operators superior timing and quality.”
Despite higher production costs, the American choice is seen as key for greater resilience and innovation.