This report is presented by RootstockLabs, a key contributor to the growth of the Rootstock ecosystem.
At Rootstocklabs, we strive to empower the community by offering transparent insights into merged mining dynamics through quarterly hashrate reports dedicated to Rootstock. Our goal is to enhance comprehension with user-friendly visuals such as tables and graphs, ensuring better visibility into the security of the Rootstock chain and the ecosystem as a whole.
In this edition, we present insights from the first quarter of 2026 (January – March), highlighting key metrics and trends shaping merged mining on Rootstock.
Hashrate Report: Key Insights
Each quarterly report explores critical metrics to provide a comprehensive view of Rootstock’s network strength and security. Below are the key highlights from Q1 2026:
- Rootstock / Bitcoin Hashrate Ratio: 84.01%
- Rootstock Average Hashrate: 833.92 EH/s
- Merged Mining Adoption: 93.1% of the observed mining pools’ hashrate is actively participating in merged mining
- Top Mining Pools: Foundry USA, AntPool, and F2Pool led hashrate contribution
These metrics reflect the continued strength and resilience of the Rootstock network, supported by deep integration with Bitcoin mining.
Q1 2026 Merged Mining Status Report
In Q1 2026, Rootstock maintained a strong security profile, with over 84% of Bitcoin’s total hashrate contributing to the network via merged mining.
The average quarterly hashrate reached 833.92 EH/s, signaling sustained growth and stability compared to previous periods.
While 93.10% of the observed mining pools are actively participating in merged mining, this translates to 84.01% of Bitcoin’s total hashrate securing Rootstock, highlighting both strong adoption among major miners and substantial network-wide security.
Mining Pool Distribution
The Rootstock mining landscape remains concentrated among leading Bitcoin mining pools, with the following key contributors:
- Foundry USA: 36.62%
- AntPoo: 19.92%
- F2Pool: 12.79%
- ViaBTC: 11.79%
- SecPool: 4.98%
Together, these pools represent the majority of Rootstock’s securing hashrate, reinforcing the network’s robustness through participation from top-tier Bitcoin miners.
At the same time, high merged mining ratios across most pools (often above 97%) indicate strong alignment between Bitcoin miners and Rootstock’s value proposition.
Understanding the Data
To ensure accuracy and reliability:
- Bitcoin hashrate data is sourced using a 7-day average, reducing noise from daily mining variability.
- Rootstock hashrate is extrapolated from merged mining activity, based on the proportion of Bitcoin blocks also used to mine Rootstock.
- Weekly and monthly averages provide a broader and more stable view of miner participation trends.
This methodology offers a realistic representation of network security and miner behavior over time.
Why Merged Mining Matters for Bitcoin
Merged mining continues to play a critical role in extending Bitcoin’s capabilities while strengthening its ecosystem:
Increased Profitability
Bitcoin miners can earn additional BTC rewards from Rootstock without incurring extra computational costs.
Enhanced Bitcoin Utility
By securing Rootstock, miners enable smart contracts, DeFi, and tokenization use cases built on Bitcoin.
Network Security at Scale
With over 84% of Bitcoin’s hashrate contributing, Rootstock stands as one of the most secure smart contract platforms in the ecosystem.
Futureproofing Bitcoin
Merged mining helps expand Bitcoin’s functionality, ensuring its relevance in an evolving blockchain landscape.
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