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In a significant expansion move, Cleanspark, a leading U.S. bitcoin mining company, has announced the acquisition of its rival firm Griid for $155 million. This strategic all-stock transaction aims to enhance Cleanspark’s mining capacity, particularly in the aftermath of Bitcoin’s fourth halving event which has increased the pressure on mining profitability. Cleanspark Acquires Griid in … Read more
According to a local report, the Japan-based crypto exchange Bitflyer has acquired the failed Japanese unit of FTX. The report indicates that arrangements are currently underway to take over the business. Bitflyer Acquires Bankrupt FTX Japan, Local Report Claims On June 20, 2024, NHK reported that Japan’s Bitflyer acquired the now-defunct Japanese unit of FTX. … Read more
Cleanspark Inc. has announced the acquisition of five new bitcoin mining facilities in Georgia for $25.8 million. The deal is expected to close immediately, increasing the company’s operating hashrate to over 20 EH/s by the end of the month. Publicly Listed Miner Cleanspark Obtains 5 New Mining Facilities The newly acquired sites, which range from … Read more
Bitfarms Ltd. has adopted a shareholder rights plan to protect the integrity of its ongoing Strategic Alternatives Review Process. This plan was unanimously approved by the Board and involves issuing rights to shareholders to prevent unwanted takeovers. Riot Platforms Inc., which owns 11.62% of Bitfarms, made an unsolicited bid to acquire all shares and plans … Read more
Bitdeer Technologies Group announced its acquisition of Desiweminer, a noted player in the crypto ASIC design landscape. The agreement, finalized on June 3, 2024, involves the exchange of 20 million Bitdeer shares and introduces stringent transfer restrictions, with a vesting period extending up to seven years. Bitdeer and Desiweminer Join Forces in Multimillion-Share Acquisition Deal … Read more
Riot Platforms has announced a proposal to acquire Bitfarms to create “the world’s largest publicly listed bitcoin miner.” This offer includes cash and Riot stock, representing a 24% premium. Despite the initial rejection from Bitfarms’ Board, the proposal will be directly presented to shareholders. Riot asserts that the acquisition will establish a vertically integrated, geographically … Read more
In a strategic move to bolster its regulatory credentials, Ripple has announced its plan to acquire Standard Custody & Trust Company. This acquisition, pending regulatory approval, is set to enhance Ripple’s portfolio of digital asset solutions and regulatory licenses, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion. Ripple Plans to Acquire Standard Custody & Trust … Read more
The deal comes as Bitcoin ETF applications in the U.S. are seemingly inching closer toward regulatory approval. Go to Source
Circle initially agreed to go public as part of a $4.5 billion merger in July 2021 but that deal fizzled out. Go to Source
Kraken is set to acquire the Netherlands-based cryptocurrency platform as part of its European expansion plans. Go to Source
