Auradine sees mining growth amid Trump’s China trade policies

Auradine is positioning itself to benefit from Donald Trump’s trade policies, which aim to reduce reliance on Chinese-made Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) mining rigs.

While the U.S. accounts for 40% of Bitcoin’s global hashrate, domestic manufacturers hold a small market share compared to China’s Bitmain, which controls 90% of the sector.

“Trump’s focus on the US BTC mining industry highlights the need to address reliance on foreign technology,” Auradine’s Chief Strategy Officer Sanjay Gupta highlighted the urgency of shifting supply chains.

Recent disruptions, including thousands of detained miners at U.S. ports in 2024 due to misclassified imports, have underscored vulnerabilities in cross-border logistics.

Trade tensions have intensified supply chain challenges, delaying shipments and creating uncertainties for miners.

“These tensions have increased disruptions with many hardware shipments facing delays,” Gupta noted.

Bitmain’s U.S. production expansion in December 2024 aimed to mitigate such risks, but domestic firms like Auradine see an opening to compete.

Auradine recently launched the Teraflux AH3880 hydro-cooled miner, focusing on energy efficiency amid concerns that off-grid solutions will be needed as mining demand strains power grids.

Gupta argued that U.S.-based mining, if paired with sustainable practices, could strengthen Bitcoin’s decentralisation.

However, he cautioned that unchecked growth risks outweighing technological advancements in sustainability.

Over 95% of Bitcoin’s hash power currently comes from the U.S. and China, according to Hashrate Index data.

While Auradine’s strategy aligns with Trump’s push for onshore manufacturing, success depends on balancing scalability with environmental and decentralisation goals.

The firm’s focus on hydro-cooled rigs reflects broader industry efforts to address energy concerns, though geopolitical tensions and supply chain reforms remain key factors.