AI gold rush draws crypto firms away from Bitcoin
Summary
Many companies that used to mine Bitcoin with large computer setups are now using those computers for artificial intelligence (AI) work. This change comes as Bitcoin’s value has dropped from its peak, and mining rewards have become smaller, prompting firms to shift focus to AI projects that require powerful computing.Key Facts
- Bitcoin mining uses networks of powerful computers to verify transactions and earn new Bitcoin.
- The value of Bitcoin peaked at about $124,000 in October 2025 but has since fallen sharply, recently recovering to around $80,000.
- Mining rewards have decreased, making Bitcoin mining less profitable for many companies.
- Firms like TerraWulf, Ionic Digital, Core Scientific, and Riot Platforms are moving their computing resources from Bitcoin mining to AI.
- Riot Platforms signed a $9 billion, 20-year computing deal with AI company Anthropic.
- Some companies have changed their brand names to reflect their shift towards AI and high-performance computing.
- Refitting mining facilities for AI work is costly, sometimes requiring selling Bitcoin holdings to fund the change.
- Industry experts expect more mining companies to continue moving away from Bitcoin mining as they adapt to AI infrastructure needs.
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