Bitcoin mining profits drop to 2015 lows – AI, market volatility to blame? – BitRss

• Bitcoin miners confront falling transaction fees and increased competition from AI-driven industries
• The rise of AI is straining Bitcoin miners, forcing them to adapt or risk obsolescence

Bitcoin [BTC ($101,938.36)] transaction fees have recently plummeted to their lowest levels since the 2015 bear market, raising alarm bells within the mining community.

As Bitcoin miners already contend with market volatility, this sharp decline in fees adds another layer of pressure.

To make matters more complicated, the rise of AI and other technological disruptions is threatening to further undermine traditional mining operations.

With shrinking revenue streams and mounting competition, the future sustainability of Bitcoin mining is now under serious scrutiny.

Decline in transaction fee

Transaction fees are a crucial component of Bitcoin miners’ revenue, especially after halving events that reduce block rewards.

According to data shared by crypto analyst James Van Straten, total transaction fees have hit their lowest levels since the 2015 bear market.