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Bitcoin mining giant Riot Platforms Inc. (RIOT) is making headlines with plans to acquire rival Bitfarms Ltd., according to recent reports.&nbsp;The move signals a significant consolidation trend in the sector, driven by changes in Bitcoin’s economic landscape.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Riot aims to take over Bitfarms after acquiring a 9.25% stake, offering $950 million in cash and stock, marking a pivotal moment&nbsp;in the industry’s evolution.
<h2 id="span-data-preserver-spaces-true-riot-platforms-plans-bitfarms-acquisition-span">Riot Platforms Plans Bitfarms Acquisition</h2>
According to a recent report by Bloomberg, the proposed acquisition underscores the ongoing consolidation in the Bitcoin mining sector, spurred by the recent&nbsp;Bitcoin&nbsp;halving event.&nbsp;Notably,&nbsp;the&nbsp;much-awaited <a href="https://coingape.com/trending/top-4-cryptocurrencies-to-buy-after-bitcoin-halving/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Bitcoin Halving</a> event&nbsp;in April&nbsp;reduces mining rewards and reshapes the industry’s economics.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-05-28/riot-platforms-pursues-takeover-of-rival-bitcoin-miner-bitfarms" target="_blank">Riot’s bid</a> for Bitfarms, valued at $950 million, positions the combined entity as a dominant force in Bitcoin mining&nbsp;globally.&nbsp;This consolidation trend mirrors the&nbsp;larger&nbsp;shifts in the <a href="https://coingape.com/glossary/cryptocurrency/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">cryptocurrency</a> market,&nbsp;as companies seek strategic alliances to navigate evolving market dynamics.
In addition, Riot’s offer to Bitfarms comes amid management upheaval within the latter. Bitfarms recently terminated its interim CEO, Geoffrey Morphy, following legal disputes, potentially paving the way for Riot’s acquisition bid.&nbsp;
Despite Bitfarms’ rejection of the initial offer, Riot remains steadfast, planning to push for discussions and propose new directors to enhance corporate governance, the report showed.
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<h2 id="span-data-preserver-spaces-true-what-s-next-span">What’s Next?</h2>
Bitcoin mining, an energy-intensive process, faces challenges post-halving, impacting profitability for miners. While larger firms like Riot navigate the changing <a href="https://coingape.com/education/what-is-bitcoin-mining/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Bitcoin mining</a> landscape, smaller players struggle, with some contemplating alternative strategies like company sales.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, <a href="https://coingape.com/riot-exec-explains-reality-behind-president-biden-30-crypto-mining-tax/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Riot</a>, with its extensive mining facilities in Texas, aims to capitalize on market opportunities.&nbsp;On the other hand, <a href="https://coingape.com/bitfarms-acquires-87796-miners-as-halving-race-deepens/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Bitfarms</a> expands its global footprint, particularly in South America, leveraging cheaper electricity costs for mining operations.
Following the announcement, both the RIOT and BITF stock surged more than 4% and 3%, respectively, indicating the shifting focus of the investors towards the Bitcoin mining sector.&nbsp;
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Bitcoin Miner Riot Platforms Eyes Bitfarms Acquisition In $950M Deal: Report

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