Bitcoin Miners Face $50 Billion AI Funding Gap

Bitcoin miners face a roughly $50 billion funding gap to complete planned AI infrastructure projects by June 2026, according to BlocksBridge Consulting. IREN alone needs $21.1 billion, while Riot Platforms and HIVE Digital require $7.2 billion and $4.6 billion respectively. Lenders are scrutinizing deals due to high borrowing costs and power infrastructure needs.