Riot Platforms

Riot Platforms locked in a $9.1 billion Anthropic deal, but its bridge loan expires before the rent starts

The December 2026 maturity leaves Riot’s still-undisclosed credit backstop at the center of the project’s financing handoff. The post Riot Platforms locked in a $9.1 billion Anthropic deal, but its bridge loan expires before the rent starts appeared first on CryptoSlate .

Aug 24, 2026 · byCryptoSlate

Bitcoin crash forced Riot to pledge 1,825 BTC, but this huge rally may now free up 1,500 BTC

Riot Platforms entered 2026 with 3,977 BTC pledged against a $200 million Coinbase loan. Bitcoin then fell far enough that the agreement required another 1,825 BTC, taking the collateral balance to 5,802 in February. Those coins still belonged to Riot and sat in a segregated custody account under Coinbase's lien. Riot couldn't deploy them elsewhere […] The post Bitcoin crash forced Riot to pledge 1,825 BTC, but this huge rally may now free up 1,500 BTC appeared first on CryptoSlate .

Aug 22, 2026 · byCryptoSlate

Riot Platforms Sold 9,665 Bitcoin in H1 2026 to Fund AI Pivot

Riot Platforms sold 4,300 BTC in the second quarter of 2026, pushing its six-month total to 9,665 bitcoin as the Texas-based miner leans harder into artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. Q2 Sale Draws Down One of Mining’s Largest Treasuries Riot Platforms disclosed it sold 4,300 BTC during the second quarter of 2026, drawing down one of […]

Aug 19, 2026 · byBitcoin.com News

RIOT stock gains 4.7% as JPMorgan lifts target to $22

RIOT stock has climbed 4.7% to $19.91 after JPMorgan raised its Riot Platforms price target to $22 following the Bitcoin miner’s $9.1 billion data center agreement reportedly involving Anthropic. JPMorgan sees momentum building at Riot Platforms On Aug. 1, JPMorgan…

Aug 17, 2026 · byCrypto.news

Riot Platforms signs $9B AI compute deal with Anthropic, shifts from Bitcoin mining

Riot's pivot to AI infrastructure may boost its market value, reflecting a broader trend of rising demand for AI capabilities. The post Riot Platforms signs $9B AI compute deal with Anthropic, shifts from Bitcoin mining appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 16, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

AI Over Bitcoin: Mining Giant Riot Cashes Out 4,300 BTC for Data Center Buildout

As Bitcoin mining margins hit historic lows, giant Riot Platforms liquidates 4,300 BTC to build more data centers amid massive shift into AI infrastructure.

Aug 13, 2026 · byU.Today

Riot Platforms sells 4,300 BTC to fund operations and its pivot toward AI infrastructure

Riot's strategic shift to AI infrastructure diversifies revenue streams, reducing reliance on volatile Bitcoin mining and enhancing investor appeal. The post Riot Platforms sells 4,300 BTC to fund operations and its pivot toward AI infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 13, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Bitcoin Mining News: Riot Platforms Anthropic AI Lease Explained

Riot Platforms’ 191-megawatt Anthropic lease creates $9.1 billion in contracted revenue, shifting its value beyond Bitcoin mining volatility. The post Bitcoin Mining News: Riot Platforms Anthropic AI Lease Explained appeared first on Cryptonews .

Aug 12, 2026 · byCryptoNews

Riot’s Anthropic Deal Shows Bitcoin Miners Are Moving Deeper Into AI Compute

Riot Platforms has signed a long-term data center lease agreement tied to Anthropic, giving the Bitcoin miner another route into AI and high-performance computing as miners continue looking beyond block rewards.

Aug 11, 2026 · byNewsBTC

Analyst predicts 55% rally for Riot Platforms stock on $9B Anthropic deal

Riot's pivot to AI infrastructure could redefine its market perception, offering stable revenue and diversifying beyond volatile crypto mining. The post Analyst predicts 55% rally for Riot Platforms stock on $9B Anthropic deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 11, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Anthropic Signs Huge Data Center Deal With Bitcoin Miner Riot Platforms

A big data center lease just sent Riot Platforms shares soaring, after Bloomberg named the undisclosed tenant as Anthropic.

Aug 11, 2026 · byBankless

Anthropic Emerges as ‘Frontier AI Lab’ Behind Riot’s $9.1B AI Deal

Anthropic has agreed to take 191 megawatts of computing capacity at Riot Platforms’ Rockdale campus in Texas. The 20-year agreement could ultimately be worth $16.1 billion, accelerating Riot’s transformation from bitcoin miner to AI infrastructure provider. Riot Converts Texas Bitcoin Power Into $9.1B AI Revenue Anthropic is turning to a former pure-play bitcoin miner for […]

Aug 11, 2026 · byBitcoin.com News

Riot Platforms Signs $9.1B AI Data Center Deal Reportedly With Anthropic

The transition of Riot Platforms from Bitcoin mining will be quickened following its 20-year deal for 191 megawatts of power in its Rockdale campus in Texas. Riot Platforms anticipates that the deal will yield about $9.1 billion before June 2048, and two five-year extension deals would bring the total potential

Aug 11, 2026 · byTheNewsCrypto

Bernstein raises Riot Platforms price target to $35 as Bitcoin miner’s AI pivot gains traction

Riot's AI pivot highlights a strategic shift for crypto firms, diversifying revenue streams and reducing reliance on volatile Bitcoin markets. The post Bernstein raises Riot Platforms price target to $35 as Bitcoin miner’s AI pivot gains traction appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 11, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Anthropic secures $9.1B power deal with Riot Platforms for AI infrastructure in Texas

This deal highlights a shift in the crypto mining industry towards stable AI infrastructure revenue, redefining them as energy businesses. The post Anthropic secures $9.1B power deal with Riot Platforms for AI infrastructure in Texas appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 11, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Bitcoin miner Riot lands $9B Anthropic lease: Assessing impact on BTC as revenue expands

Riot Platforms shares surged 25% after announcing a 20-year data center lease with Anthropic.

Aug 11, 2026 · byAMBCrypto

Riot Platforms surges 20% in pre-market trading on $9.1 billion Anthropic deal

Aug 11, 2026 · byCoinDesk

Riot Platforms signs $9.1B AI deal reportedly with Anthropic

Riot Platforms signed a $9.1B Texas data center lease for 191 MW, with Bloomberg identifying Anthropic as the unnamed frontier AI tenant.

Aug 11, 2026 · byCrypto.news

Bitcoin Miner Riot Secures Massive Deal With Anthropic

Riot Platforms has secured a massive long-term deal with artificial intelligence company Anthropic.

Aug 11, 2026 · byU.Today

Riot Platforms shares soar 25% after-hours on news of $9.1B Anthropic deal

Riot's strategic pivot towards AI infrastructure highlights a growing trend of tech firms diversifying to capitalize on AI demand. The post Riot Platforms shares soar 25% after-hours on news of $9.1B Anthropic deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 11, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Riot Platforms stock jumps 25% after-hours on $9.1 billion AI deal reportedly with Anthropic

The deal includes two five-year extension options that could raise the potential contract value to $16.1 billion.

Aug 11, 2026 · byThe Block

MARA Reports $611M Loss While Miners Deposit 581 BTC to NYDIG

MARA Holdings posted a $611 million net loss in the second quarter as its bitcoin treasury shrank 29% year-over-year to 35,577 BTC. The report landed the same week rival Riot Platforms and MARA itself sent a combined 581 BTC to custodian NYDIG. A Rough Quarter by the Numbers MARA Holdings, the largest publicly traded bitcoin […]

Aug 7, 2026 · byBitcoin.com News

Texas audit delays expansion projects, boosts value for Iris Energy and Riot Platforms

The audit's delay in new projects strengthens existing operators' market positions, potentially increasing their competitive advantage and value. The post Texas audit delays expansion projects, boosts value for Iris Energy and Riot Platforms appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 4, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Needham sees AMD-Anthropic deal boosting Riot Platforms leasing prospects

Needham maintains Buy on Riot Platforms after AMD's $5B Anthropic deal boosts demand for AI data center capacity at Riot's Rockdale facility. The post Needham sees AMD-Anthropic deal boosting Riot Platforms leasing prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Jul 23, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing