Bit Digital (BTBT) Announces Strategic Shift from Bitcoin Mining to Ethereum Staking
Bit Digital (BTBT) Announces Strategic Shift from Bitcoin Mining to Ethereum Staking
26 Jun
26Jun
Bit Digital, the Nasdaq-listed crypto firm, has revealed plans to exit the Bitcoin mining business entirely and focus exclusively on Ethereum staking and treasury management. This marks a major pivot in the company’s strategy, which began in 2022 with its initial accumulation of Ether (ETH) and development of Ethereum staking infrastructure. As of March 31, Bit Digital held 24,434.2 ETH valued at $44.6 million and 417.6 BTC worth $34.5 million. The company intends to gradually convert all remaining Bitcoin into Ethereum to align with its long-term focus on ETH-based yield generation. To support this transition, Bit Digital has started selling or winding down its Bitcoin mining assets, including hardware and contracts. While no specific timeline was given, the company confirmed that proceeds from these sales will be reinvested into Ethereum and related staking infrastructure. This shift positions Bit Digital as one of the first publicly traded companies to fully commit to Ethereum as both a treasury asset and income generator, moving away from proof-of-work mining toward proof-of-stake participation. The company’s focus reflects growing institutional interest in Ethereum staking, driven by increasing on-chain yields and more mature staking infrastructure. Bit Digital’s transition is already underway and represents a strategic move toward maximizing capital efficiency and sustainable yield generation within the blockchain ecosystem.