Bitcoin Surges Past $92,000 as Mining Difficulty Falls to 146.4T in First 2026 Reset

On Jan. 12, Bitcoin briefly traded above $92,000 after a late-session rally, while network mining difficulty eased in early 2026 from recent highs. The difficulty level slipped to around 146.4 trillion as BTC hovered near $90,500, reducing competitive pressure on miners and offering short-term relief. Intraday price action showed a rebound from the low $90,000s, with buyers driving the move toward a session high near $92,400.