Argo Blockchain PLC Announces December Operational Update
Argo Blockchain (LSE:ARB)(NASDAQ:ARBK) has released its operational update for December 2024.
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Argo Blockchain (LSE:ARB)(NASDAQ:ARBK) has released its operational update for December 2024. The company maintained its Bitcoin mining rate at 1.3 BTC per day, producing a total of 39 Bitcoin during the month. Mining revenue increased to $3.9 million from November's $3.4 million, attributed to higher hashprice and BTC price.
The company reported holding two BTC equivalent as of December 31, 2024. Additionally, Argo's hosting agreement with Galaxy concluded on December 28, 2024. The company's 23,619 S19J Pro machines from the Galaxy site will undergo refurbishment for air-cooled facility compatibility, with Argo currently evaluating alternative hosting locations.
Positive
- Mining revenue increased 14.7% to $3.9 million from $3.4 million in November
- Maintained consistent daily Bitcoin production rate of 1.3 BTC
Negative
- Low Bitcoin holdings of only 2 BTC as of December 31
- Hosting agreement with Galaxy ended, requiring machine relocation and refurbishment
- Uncertainty regarding new hosting location for 23,619 mining machines
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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM / ACCESSWIRE / January 7, 2025 / Argo Blockchain plc (LSE:ARB)(NASDAQ:ARBK) is pleased to provide the following operational update for December 2024.
During the month of December, the Company mined 39 Bitcoin ("BTC"), or 1.3 BTC per day, consistent with November's production.
Mining revenue in December 2024 amounted to
As previously announced, the Company's hosting agreement with Galaxy ended on December 28, 2024. The 23,619 S19J Pros at the Galaxy site will be refurbished so they can be used in an air cooled facility. The Company is currently evaluating alternative sites to rehost the machines.
This announcement contains inside information.
For further information please contact:
Argo Blockchain |
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Investor Relations | |
Tennyson Securities |
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Corporate Broker Peter Krens | +44 207 186 9030 |
Fortified Securities |
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Joint Broker Guy Wheatley, CFA | +44 7493 989014 |
Tancredi Intelligent Communication UK & Europe Media Relations |
About Argo:
Argo Blockchain plc is a dual-listed (LSE: ARB; NASDAQ: ARBK) blockchain technology company focused on large-scale cryptocurrency mining. With a mining facility in Quebec and offices in the US, Canada, and the UK, Argo's global, sustainable operations are predominantly powered by renewable energy. In 2021, Argo became the first climate positive cryptocurrency mining company, and a signatory to the Crypto Climate Accord. For more information, visit www.argoblockchain.com.
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SOURCE: Argo Blockchain PLC
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