According to Eric Balchunas, recent extreme heat conditions are significantly impacting operational efficiency in regions with high concentrations of Bitcoin mining, leading to increased energy costs and potential hash rate fluctuations (source: Eric Balchunas on Twitter, April 30, 2025). Traders should monitor on-chain data and mining pool statistics for signs of reduced hash rate, as these can precede short-term market volatility and potential upward pressure on Bitcoin prices due to supply constraints.