CleanSpark Expands Capital Strategy with Additional $100M Bitcoin-Backed Credit Capacity from Coinbase Prime
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CleanSpark (Nasdaq: CLSK), America's Bitcoin Miner, has secured an additional $100 million in Bitcoin-backed credit capacity from Coinbase Prime (Nasdaq: COIN). The non-dilutive financing will support strategic capital expenditures, including expanding CleanSpark's energy portfolio, scaling Bitcoin mining operations, and investing in high-performance computing (HPC) capabilities.
The company plans to optimize its data centers near major metro centers through potential development of high-performance compute campuses. This expansion aligns with CleanSpark's 'Infrastructure First' strategy and aims to enhance shareholder value through diversified compute opportunities.
Positive
- Secured additional $100 million in non-dilutive financing
- Strategic expansion into high-performance computing capabilities
- Asset optimization near major metro centers
- Partnership with major institutional player Coinbase Prime
Negative
- Increased debt exposure through Bitcoin-backed lending
- Potential risks associated with Bitcoin price volatility affecting loan collateral
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, CLSK gained 0.88%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +17.0% during that session. Argus tracked a trough of -3.4% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 44 alerts that day, indicating elevated trading interest and price volatility. This price movement added approximately $37M to the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $4.27B at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Proceeds to support strategic energy and compute growth
Non-dilutive capital will be deployed into accretive assets across CleanSpark's portfolio
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"We are proud to expand our relationship with Coinbase Prime as we continue to add megawatts to our portfolio and take steps toward alternative use cases for some of our data centers," said Matt Schultz, CleanSpark's Chief Executive Officer and Chairman. "We see tremendous opportunity to accelerate mining growth while simultaneously optimizing our assets, particularly those near major metro centers and in our immediate pipeline, through the potential development of high-performance compute campuses."
"We see CleanSpark's innovative approach to expanding its capital strategy as a significant step forward for growing the crypto ecosystem through focused capital deployment," said Brett Tejpaul, Head of Coinbase Institutional. "Our Coinbase Prime offering delivers robust, secure, and regulated infrastructure alongside industry leading custody management, supporting institutions as they scale their digital asset strategies."
"Delivering accretive growth using non-dilutive financing is at the core of CleanSpark's capital strategy. We are excited to expand our strategic relationship with Coinbase as our business continues to evolve, and our Digital Asset Management team will continue to drive growth and efficiency," said Gary A. Vecchiarelli, CleanSpark's Chief Financial Officer and President. "Our 'Infrastructure First' strategy has been proven historically and will further enhance shareholder value as we expand into more diversified compute opportunities."
About CleanSpark
CleanSpark (Nasdaq: CLSK), America's Bitcoin Miner®, is a market-leading Bitcoin miner with a proven track record of success. We own and operate a portfolio of data centers across
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Investor Relations Contact
Harry Sudock
702-989-7693
ir@cleanspark.com
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