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Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2025-01-21

Riot Platforms Halts Bitcoin Expansion for AI/HPC Evaluation

On January 21, 2025, Riot Platforms, Inc. announced it is halting the development of its Phase II Bitcoin mining expansion at its Corsicana Facility in Texas to evaluate the feasibility of developing its remaining 600 MW of power capacity for artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) uses. The company has engaged industry experts to assess this opportunity and plans to accelerate engagement with potential AI/HPC partners. This strategic shift may maximize the value of its power asset for shareholders by providing long-term, predictable cash flows. Riot now expects to end 2025 with a total hash rate capacity of 38.4 EH/s, down from the previously announced 46.7 EH/s, and will reduce capital expenditures by $245 million.

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Riot Platforms Inc. RIOT · NASDAQ
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0001558370-25-000282
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0001167419
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Medium impactFinancial Services

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Item 8.01

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Strategic Partnership Announced
Item 9.01

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About Riot Platforms Inc.

Riot Platforms Inc. is a company primarily engaged in cryptocurrency mining, a fundamental aspect of the evolving blockchain technology and digital asset ecosystem. By utilizing specialized hardware, Riot Platforms focuses on the mining of Bitcoin, the dominant cryptocurrency, contributing to the validation and processing of transactions within the Bitcoin network. The company plays a critical role in the blockchain industry, providing the necessary computational power to maintain network security and verify transactions. Riot Platforms Inc. capitalizes on technological advancements and strategic operational decisions to enhance mining efficiency, scalability, and energy sustainability. With an emphasis on alignment with regulatory developments and environmental considerations, the company actively pursues investments in renewable energy resources to power its operations. Operating within the fast-paced technology and financial sectors, Riot Platforms Inc. is instrumental in supporting the infrastructure of the cryptocurrency market. As a bellwether in the identity-heavy sphere of crypto mining, it highlights the growing intersection of digital assets and traditional financial industries, contributing to the broader acceptance of cryptocurrencies as a legitimate asset class. Founded in 2000 and based in the United States, the company continues to evolve in tandem with the rapid advancements of blockchain technologies.

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