Eric and Donald Trump Jr. Lead American Bitcoin Mining Launch
In a significant development, Hut 8 has decided to exchange most of its ASIC miners for an 80% stake in American Data Centers, Inc., now rebranded as American Bitcoin. The company, backed by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., aims to become the world's largest and most efficient Bitcoin miner. Eric Trump, serving as Chief Strategy Officer, views the partnership as a crucial step forward in the Bitcoin mining sector, combining operational expertise with a shared vision for the future of Bitcoin. Donald Trump Jr. highlighted the enduring value of mining Bitcoin, stating that mining presents a significant opportunity beyond simply buying the cryptocurrency. Hut 8's CEO, Asher Genoot, explained that by creating a separate entity for mining operations, each segment can operate with its own financial structure to drive growth and enhance capital allocation efficiency. The leadership team at American Bitcoin includes Mike Ho as Executive Chairman, Matt Prusak as CEO, and Eric Trump as Chief Strategy Officer, with the Board of Directors featuring key figures from both Hut 8 and American Bitcoin. Hut 8 will continue to provide exclusive ASIC colocation and management services for American Bitcoin under a shared services agreement, ensuring stable and sustainable revenue for both entities. This change will see Hut 8's mining operations operating under the American Bitcoin brand within Hut 8's Compute segment, maintaining its role as the exclusive infrastructure and operations partner for American Bitcoin.
