Riot Mining shares jump 8% after expanding AMD data‑center deal, signalling AI shift
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- Category: Crypto
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 16:59 UTC
- Sources: CoinDesk
CoinDesk says Riot Platforms' (formerly Riot Blockchain) shares rose 8% following an expanded partnership with AMD to enlarge its data‑center capacity, indicating a strategic pivot toward AI‑related mining operations.
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