Chinese Mining Giants Expand in U.S. as Trump Tariffs Reshape Supply Chains

- Due to Trump tariffs, Chinese mining equipment manufacturers expand production in the US - Bitmain, Canaan, and MicroBT introduce production in the US [Unblock Media] June 18, 2025: China’s largest Bitcoin mining equipment manufacturers, Bitmain, Canaan, and MicroBT, are expanding their production in the United States, suggesting a potential significant shift in the global cryptocurrency hardware supply chain. According to a Reuters report, Bitmain started manufacturing in the US shortly after Donald Trump’s re-election victory in December 2024. Canaan commenced trial production in April this year, right after Trump announced the "Liberation Day Tariffs". Additionally, MicroBT is accelerating its localization strategy in the North American region. The policy changes are reshuffling the core logistics of Bitcoin mining. Trump's tariffs are pushing major Chinese manufacturers to diversify production closer to their largest export market. Sanjay Gupta, CSO of Auradine, stated, “Currently, over 30% of global Bitcoin mining takes place in North America, but more than 90% of mining hardware still comes from China. This geographic imbalance is unsustainable, and the US must establish a regulatory framework to safeguard its mining infrastructure.” This reshuffling goes beyond a logistical response. As the US strengthens its technological and energy security, cryptocurrency infrastructure transitions from a mere technological field to a strategic asset. With increasing regulatory clarity and low energy costs in some American states, North America is becoming an increasingly attractive base for mining operations. However, this shift comes with challenges. Chinese manufacturers face high operating costs, regulatory barriers, and potential delays in supply chain adaptation. Yet, their presence in the US marks the beginning of a more decentralized and politically influenced era for Bitcoin mining hardware.