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    Bitcoin miners MARA and Hut 8 increase BTC holdings by $500M

    By g.ge@btw.mediaDecember 20, 2024No Comments4 Mins Read
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    • MARA adds 3,800 Bitcoin to its treasury, bringing total holdings to over 44,000 BTC.  
    • Hut 8 purchases 990 Bitcoin, boosting its treasury to over 10,000 BTC, as both miners strengthen reserves amid market uncertainty.

    What happened: Marathon Digital (MARA) and Hut 8 enhance their Bitcoin reserves with major purchases  

    In a significant move reflecting growing confidence in the long-term value of Bitcoin, two of the largest publicly traded Bitcoin mining firms—MARA and Hut 8—announced major Bitcoin acquisitions on Thursday. Marathon Digital, now trading under the ticker MARA, added 3,800 BTC to its already substantial Bitcoin treasury, bringing the company’s total holdings to an impressive 44,394 BTC, valued at over $4.4 billion. This addition follows an earlier purchase of 11,774 BTC for around $1.1 billion, announced the previous week. The timing of these purchases suggests that MARA is actively positioning itself for long-term growth, leveraging its capital raised through two separate convertible note offerings that netted the company nearly $2 billion in recent months. With Bitcoin trading at fluctuating prices, the company is focused on accumulating a large reserve of the cryptocurrency, which it sees as a key asset for its future financial and operational stability.

    Hut 8, another leading player in the Bitcoin mining industry, revealed that it had acquired 990 BTC, pushing its total Bitcoin holdings to 10,096 BTC, valued at more than $1 billion. Hut 8’s decision to purchase more Bitcoin came at an average cost of $101,710 per BTC, which is slightly above the current market price of $97,951, reflecting the company’s belief in Bitcoin’s long-term value despite short-term volatility. This move strengthens Hut 8’s overall financial position and ensures its ability to leverage the potential upside of Bitcoin as part of its broader strategic vision. The company views its growing Bitcoin reserve not only as a hedge against economic uncertainty but also as a key element in its plans to expand into other sectors like digital infrastructure and energy. Hut 8’s commitment to increasing its Bitcoin holdings aligns with the growing trend among large mining companies to stockpile the cryptocurrency, signaling a shift towards more strategic long-term investment approaches.

    Also read: Bitcoin prices surge past $105,000 amid strong fundamentals
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    Why it’s important  

    The recent moves by both MARA and Hut 8 to significantly increase their Bitcoin holdings are part of a broader trend among Bitcoin miners and institutional investors to add more Bitcoin to their balance sheets. These acquisitions highlight the growing recognition of Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset. Amid global economic uncertainty and heightened market volatility, Bitcoin is increasingly being viewed not just as a speculative asset but as a hedge against inflation and a store of value. This shift is evidenced by both companies’ efforts to build substantial Bitcoin reserves, signaling confidence in its long-term potential. By adding Bitcoin to their balance sheets, these miners are positioning themselves to benefit from future price appreciation and stability, using the cryptocurrency as a key asset to enhance their financial resilience in the face of fluctuating global markets.

    For MARA, the recent Bitcoin acquisition follows two successful convertible note offerings, through which the company raised nearly $2 billion. This infusion of capital has enabled MARA to almost triple its Bitcoin holdings over the past year, reinforcing its commitment to Bitcoin as a core part of its business strategy. Similarly, Hut 8 sees its Bitcoin reserves as vital for its long-term growth, particularly in its expansion into digital infrastructure and energy sectors. Both companies are increasingly focusing on their Bitcoin holdings as a means of strengthening their financial positions, which in turn supports their broader business goals. The scale of Bitcoin mining operations at companies like MARA and Hut 8, which utilize state-of-the-art mining rigs, positions them well to not only efficiently mine Bitcoin but also accumulate significant reserves. This dual capability gives them a strategic advantage in the competitive Bitcoin mining landscape.

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    g.ge@btw.media

    Grace is an intern reporter at BTW Media,having studied Journalism Media and Communiations at Cardiff University.She specialises in wiritng and reading.Contact her at g.ge@btw.media.

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