TeraWulf, a Bitcoin mining company, reported a significant net loss of $61.4 million in the first quarter of this year. This represents a substantial increase compared to the $9.6 million loss experienced during the same period last year. Revenue Decline and Contributing Factors The company's revenue also saw a decrease, dropping 18% year-over-year to $34.4 million. TeraWulf attributed this decline to two primary factors: the increased Bitcoin mining difficulty resulting from the recent Bitcoin halving event, and severe weather conditions that impacted operations at its mining facility in upstate New York. The halving reduced mining rewards, directly impacting revenue, while the weather likely caused downtime and increased operational costs. Looking Ahead Despite the challenging quarter, TeraWulf continues to focus on optimizing its mining operations and increasing efficiency to navigate the evolving Bitcoin landscape. The company's future performance will depend on its ability to mitigate the impacts of halving and external factors such as weather. ```