Bitmain plans its first U.S. factory to speed up chip delivery and local service for Bitcoin miners.
- Bitmain will open a manufacturing plant in the U.S. by late 2025.
- Production is set to begin in early 2026 with 250 local hires.
- The move helps avoid trade tariffs and speed up U.S. operations.
Bitmain Expands to the United States
Bitmain, the leading maker of Bitcoin mining chips, will soon open its first factory in the U.S. The plant is expected to launch before the end of 2025. Bitmain is also choosing between Texas and Florida for a new headquarters. The goal is to make delivery and repair services faster for U.S. customers.
New Jobs and Local Training
This expansion will come with jobs. Bitmain plans to hire 250 people during the first phase. These workers will be trained in chip manufacturing and factory maintenance. Irene Gao, the company’s global business head, said this is a chance to support the U.S.’s interest in Bitcoin leadership.
Rising Demand and Past Challenges
Several U.S. mining companies had trouble getting Bitmain products in the past. In late 2024, U.S. Customs stopped thousands of mining chips from reaching the U.S. These issues came after an investigation into a Chinese chip maker linked to Bitmain. Most of the seized chips were finally released in early 2025.
Responding to Trade Tariffs
Bitmain is not alone. Two other big mining chip companies, Canaan and MicroBT, are also moving production to the U.S. This change is part of a response to trade tensions between China and the U.S. Local production helps avoid high tariffs and supports quicker supply to miners.
Bitmain’s Market Power
Bitmain currently controls 82% of the global market for Bitcoin mining ASIC hardware, according to a Cambridge report from April 2025. MicroBT and Canaan follow with 15% and 2%, respectively. The move to build in the U.S. could strengthen Bitmain’s position and improve its image with regulators.
Source: cointelegraph.com
