Iris Energy Limited is set to increase its self-mining capacity by a whopping 25%, up from 5.6 exahashes per second (EH/s) to 7.0 EH/s by acquiring 1.4 EH/s of the latest-generation Bitmain S21 miners, a strategic partnership with Bitmain Technologies Delaware Limited.
The Bitmain S21 miners are known for their industry-leading efficiency, operating at an impressive 17.5 joules per terahash (J/TH). This increased efficiency not only enhances fleet resilience post-halving but also improves the capital efficiency of data centers.
Bitmain S21 Miners Acquisition
The total purchase price for this expansion is $19.6 million, with $16.7 million to be paid before shipment and the remaining $2.9 million deferred for one year post-shipment. Iris Energy plans to fund this acquisition through various sources, including existing capital reserves and operating cash flow.
Furthermore, Energy remains on track with its 80MW expansion at Childress, Texas, and is even eyeing a near-term expansion potential of up to 9.4 EH/s. The firm is clearly making strategic moves to establish a strong presence in the crypto-mining industry.
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