Bitcoin News Today: MARA Boosts Bitcoin Output 4% Amid 9% Global Hashrate Surge

MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA) reported a 4% increase in Bitcoin production for September 2025, generating 736 BTC and winning 218 blocks-a 5% rise from August-despite a 9% month-over-month surge in the global Bitcoin network's hashrate to an average of 1,031 EH/sMARA Announces Bitcoin Production and Mining Operation Updates for September 2025^[1]. The company's total Bitcoin holdings reached 52,850 BTC by September 30, 2025, with 373 BTC added to its treasury during the monthMARA Reports Growth of 4% Bitcoin Production for September 2025^[2]. At current prices, this stack exceeds $6 billion, positioning MARA as the second-largest Bitcoin treasury among public companiesMARA’s September Bitcoin Output Rises 4% Amid Increasing Network Competition^[3].

Operational efficiency improved, with MARA's energized hashrate rising 1% to 60.4 EH/s and a 99% fleet uptime across its Texas wind farm and Ohio facilityMARA Announces Bitcoin Production and Mining Operation^[4]. The Texas site, now fully operational with all containers and miners deployed, is on track for full fourth-quarter activation. Meanwhile, the Hannibal, Ohio site operates at 100% capacity with 86 MW online, targeting an additional 14 MW by year-endMARA Bitcoin Mining Sees 4% Growth, Expands Operations^[5]. Temporary weather-related downtime at the Garden City location did not significantly impact overall performanceMARA Reports Increased Bitcoin Production and Mining Efficiency^[6].

MARA's share of available miner rewards increased to 5.2% in September from 4.9% in August, reflecting improved mining efficiencyMARA’s September Bitcoin Output Rises 4% Amid Increasing Network Competition^[7]. Transaction fees contributed 0.9% of total rewards, slightly above the prior month's 0.8%MARA Announces Bitcoin Production and Mining Operation^[8]. The company's daily Bitcoin production averaged 24.5 BTC, up 8% from 22.7 BTC in AugustMARA Bitcoin Mining Sees 4% Growth, Expands Operations^[9].

Strategic infrastructure developments supported sustained growth. The Texas wind farm's full deployment and the Ohio site's capacity expansion underscore MARA's focus on scaling operations amid rising competition. CEO Fred Thiel emphasized the company's ability to maintain production gains despite increased mining difficulty, citing operational consistency and infrastructure optimizationMARA Reports Increased Bitcoin Production and Mining Efficiency^[10].

MARA's balance sheet remains robust, with Bitcoin holdings including loaned, actively managed, or collateralized assetsMARA Announces Bitcoin Production and Mining Operation^[11]. While the company executed a net sale of BTC during the month, its growing reserves provide flexibility to navigate market volatility. Analysts noted that MARA's operational resilience-evidenced by its 99% uptime and incremental efficiency gains-positions it to outpace industry challengesMARA’s September Bitcoin Output Rises 4% Amid Increasing Network Competition^[12].

Looking ahead, MARA aims to leverage its Texas and Ohio facilities to sustain production momentum. The company's focus on digital energy technologies and infrastructure efficiency aligns with broader trends in the Bitcoin mining sector. Investors are advised to monitor upcoming operational updates and the company's ability to maintain hashrate and uptime amid rising network difficultyMARA Announces Bitcoin Production and Mining Operation^[13].