Canaan Secures Follow-On Purchase Orders from Cipher and Stronghold

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Canaan Inc. (NASDAQ: CAN) secures follow-on purchase orders from Cipher Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: CIFR) and Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc. (NASDAQ: SDIG) for over 17,000 Bitcoin mining machines, building upon existing relationships. The orders involve the purchase of 16,700 A1466 model Avalon Miners by Cipher's JV entities and 1,100 A1346 model Avalon Miners by Stronghold, with positive feedback from both companies' CEOs.

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Market Research Analyst

The recent purchase orders of Bitcoin mining machines by Cipher Mining Inc. and Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc. from Canaan Inc. signify a strengthening demand for high-performance computing in the cryptocurrency mining sector. This demand is driven by the anticipation of a forthcoming Bitcoin bull market, as suggested by Canaan's CEO. The acquisition of the A1466 and A1346 model Avalon Miners indicates a strategic investment in advanced technology to improve the efficiency and performance of mining operations.

From a market perspective, Canaan's ability to secure repeat business from established entities like Cipher and Stronghold could be seen as a positive indicator of customer satisfaction and product reliability. The focus on energy efficiency and high hash rates, as highlighted by Stronghold's CEO, points to a trend in the mining industry towards optimizing operational costs and maximizing output. This could potentially lead to increased market competition among mining hardware manufacturers to offer more technologically advanced and cost-effective solutions.

Financial Analyst

The announcement of these follow-on purchase orders is likely to have a favorable impact on Canaan's revenue projections, given the scale of the orders and the profile of the clients involved. For investors, the revenue generated from these orders could improve Canaan's financial position in the short-term. However, it is important to consider the volatility of the cryptocurrency market and its potential influence on the long-term sustainability of demand for mining equipment.

Furthermore, the capital expenditure by Cipher and Stronghold on mining equipment is a significant investment that could impact their operating costs and capital structure. The expected increase in mining capacity could lead to greater revenue generation if the price of Bitcoin appreciates, but it also exposes the companies to risk if the market turns bearish.

Cryptocurrency Analyst

The acquisition of new mining machines with higher hash rates is indicative of Cipher and Stronghold's commitment to maintaining a competitive edge in the Bitcoin mining industry. The hash rate is a critical metric in cryptocurrency mining, as it represents the machine's ability to perform mining calculations and, consequently, the likelihood of earning mining rewards. The A1466 model's average hash rate of 150T/s is particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a substantial increase in computational power and potential revenue generation for the mining operations.

The emphasis on high-performance machines capable of operating efficiently in challenging conditions, such as the hot Texas summer mentioned by Cipher's CEO, also underscores the importance of reliable equipment in maintaining continuous mining operations. This reliability can translate into consistent mining output and potentially higher profitability for the mining companies.

• Cipher's JV entities have purchased 16,700 A1466 model Avalon Miners; the 11,000 previously bought A1346 model Avalon Miners have been delivered and installed at Cipher's Odessa Facility
• Stronghold has purchased 1,100 A1346 model Avalon Miners; the 2,000 previously bought A1346 model Avalon Miners have been delivered and installed at Stronghold's Patha Creek Plant

SINGAPORE, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Canaan Inc. (NASDAQ: CAN) ("Canaan"), a leading high-performance computing solutions provider, today announced that it has secured follow-on purchase orders from joint venture entities of Cipher Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: CIFR) ("Cipher") and from Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc. (NASDAQ: SDIG) ("Stronghold"). The orders, which combined involve the purchase of over 17,000 Bitcoin mining machines, build upon Canaan's existing relationships with Cipher and Stronghold.

On December 29, 2023, Cipher, a leading developer and operator of Bitcoin mining data centers, entered into an agreement whereby two joint venture entities in which Cipher has a 49% interest purchased from Canaan 16,700 A1466 model mining machines with an average hash rate of 150T/s. These machines are to be delivered in April and May 2024 for use at Cipher's Bear and Chief data centers, both located in Texas. The 11,000 A1346 model mining machines which were purchased on May 9, 2023 have been delivered and installed at Cipher's Odessa data center.

On December 26, 2023, Stronghold, a vertically integrated Bitcoin mining company, entered into an agreement whereby Stronghold has purchased from Canaan 1,100 A1346 model mining machines with an average hash rate of 123T/s. These are to be delivered by January 2024 for use at Stronghold's Scrubgrass Plant. Additionally, Stronghold has an option to purchase an additional 2,500 A1466 model mining machines with an average hash rate of 140T/s-150T/s. The 2,000 A1346 model mining machines which were purchased on July 27, 2023 have been delivered and installed at Stronghold's Patha Creek Plant.

Mr. Nangeng Zhang, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Canaan, commented, "These follow-on orders underscore our robust partnerships with publicly-traded mining companies and affirm the capabilities of our new A14 product series. As conditions improve and we approach the next Bitcoin bull market, our computing power sales are resurging across diverse channels, reaching institutional customers, distributors, and online retail stores. This persistent demand from industry players for Canaan's machines is a testament to our sophisticated, proven technology and the quality of our product. We are eager to support new and existing customers worldwide as the cryptocurrency space continues to evolve."

Tyler Page, CEO of Cipher Mining Inc., commented, "We are excited to once again partner with Canaan for our 60 MW expansion at our Bear and Chief facilities. The Canaan machines we purchased last year are among the top-performing rigs in our fleet, especially in the hot summer months in Texas. Our relationship with Canaan has been great, and we look forward to future dealings with their team."

Greg Beard, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Stronghold, commented, "We are thrilled to enhance our partnership with Canaan through the acquisition of these A1346 miners, along with an option to purchase A1466 miners, which are on the cutting-edge of Bitcoin mining technology. Based on our positive experience from previous miner purchases, the A1346 is an outperformer in our air-cooled StrongBox containers. It provides an attractive value proposition with its remarkable hash rate, energy efficiency, and competitive pricing, and we are eager to put these new machines to work."

About Canaan Inc.

Established in 2013, Canaan Inc. (NASDAQ: CAN), is a technology company focusing on ASIC high-performance computing chip design, chip research and development, computing equipment production, and software services. Canaan's vision is "super computing is what we do, social enrichment is why we do it." Canaan has extensive experience in chip design and streamlined production in the ASIC field. In 2013, under the leadership of Mr. Nangeng Zhang, founder and CEO, Canaan's founding team shipped to its customers the world's first batch of mining machines incorporating ASIC technology in Bitcoin's history under the brand name, Avalon. In 2019, Canaan completed its initial public offering on the Nasdaq Global Market. To learn more about Canaan, please visit https://www.canaan.io/.

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FAQ

How many Bitcoin mining machines did Canaan secure orders for from Cipher Mining Inc. and Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc.?

Canaan secured orders for over 17,000 Bitcoin mining machines from Cipher Mining Inc. and Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc.

What are the ticker symbols for Canaan Inc., Cipher Mining Inc., and Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc.?

The ticker symbol for Canaan Inc. is CAN, for Cipher Mining Inc. is CIFR, and for Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc. is SDIG.

What type of Bitcoin mining machines were purchased by Cipher's JV entities and Stronghold?

Cipher's JV entities purchased 16,700 A1466 model Avalon Miners, while Stronghold purchased 1,100 A1346 model Avalon Miners.

What is the average hash rate of the A1466 model Avalon Miners?

The A1466 model Avalon Miners have an average hash rate of 150T/s.

When are the A1466 model mining machines to be delivered for use at Cipher's Bear and Chief data centers?

The A1466 model mining machines are to be delivered in April and May 2024 for use at Cipher's Bear and Chief data centers.

What are the comments from the CEOs of Cipher Mining Inc. and Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc. regarding the partnership with Canaan?

The CEOs of both companies expressed excitement and positive feedback about their partnerships with Canaan, highlighting the performance and capabilities of the purchased mining machines.