RETRANSMISSION: HIVE Digital Announces 116 Bitcoin Produced in July 2024, HODL Grew 2% to 2,533 Bitcoins

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HIVE Digital Technologies (TSXV: HIVE) (NASDAQ: HIVE) reports its unaudited production figures for July 2024. The company mined 116 Bitcoin, increasing its Bitcoin holdings by 2% to a total of 2,533 Bitcoin on the balance sheet. HIVE maintained an average Bitcoin mining capacity of over 4.7 Exahash (EH/s) in July.

Key highlights include:

• Mining efficiency of 24.6 Bitcoin per Exahash
• Average daily production of 3.7 BTC
• Bitcoin HODL value of over $164 million as of July 31, 2024

The company has purchased 9,500 new generation ASIC miners, representing approximately 2 EH/s of Bitcoin mining capacity. This will bring HIVE's total installed Bitcoin mining capacity to 5.5 EH/s with a global average fleet efficiency of 24.5 J/TH.

Positive

• Mined 116 Bitcoin in July 2024, increasing Bitcoin holdings by 2% to 2,533 BTC
• Maintained average Bitcoin mining capacity of 4.7 EH/s in July
• Achieved mining efficiency of 24.6 Bitcoin per Exahash
• Bitcoin HODL value reached over $164 million as of July 31, 2024
• Purchased 9,500 new generation ASIC miners, adding 2 EH/s of mining capacity
• Total installed Bitcoin mining capacity to reach 5.5 EH/s with 24.5 J/TH efficiency

Negative

• Production decreased minimally in July due to heat wave in Eastern Canada
• New all-time high difficulty of 90T following adjustment on July 31st

Insights

Financial Analyst

HIVE Digital's July 2024 production report reveals some interesting insights for investors. The company mined 116 Bitcoin during the month, maintaining an average mining capacity of 4.7 EH/s. This resulted in a 2% increase in their Bitcoin holdings, now totaling 2,533 BTC.

What's particularly noteworthy is HIVE's strategic approach to the recent Bitcoin halving. They've invested in 9,500 new ASIC miners, including 7,000 Bitmain S21 Antminers and 2,500 S21 Pro Antminers. This upgrade represents a significant boost in mining capacity, potentially reaching 5.5 EH/s once fully installed. The new hardware's efficiency, ranging from 15 to 17.5 J/TH, is substantially better than their legacy systems, which could improve their competitive position in the market.

However, investors should note that HIVE's production slightly decreased compared to previous months due to a heatwave in Eastern Canada and maintenance at their New Brunswick facility. This highlights the potential vulnerabilities in their operations to external factors.

The company's HODL strategy, with Bitcoin holdings valued at over $164 million as of July 31, 2024, suggests confidence in Bitcoin's long-term prospects. This approach could provide a buffer against short-term market volatility but also exposes the company to Bitcoin price fluctuations.

Overall, HIVE's focus on improving unit economics through hardware upgrades and operational efficiency could potentially lead to better profit margins, especially important in the post-halving environment where mining rewards have decreased.

Tech Expert

HIVE's latest report showcases a strategic pivot towards cutting-edge mining technology. The acquisition of 9,500 new-generation ASIC miners is a significant move, potentially boosting their total installed Bitcoin mining capacity to 5.5 EH/s. This upgrade is important in the post-halving landscape where efficiency is paramount.

The new Bitmain S21 and S21 Pro Antminers boast impressive specs:

• S21: 200 TH/s at 17.5 J/TH
• S21 Pro: 234 TH/s at 15 J/TH

These efficiencies represent a substantial improvement over their legacy 30 J/TH models. The company's strategy to potentially downclock older models to improve their efficiency (to 27-29 J/TH) shows a nuanced approach to maximizing overall fleet performance.

However, it's worth noting that this strategy may lead to fluctuations in total operating hashrate. While this might seem counterintuitive, it's actually a savvy move to optimize for gross mining margin rather than raw hashrate.

The mention of the all-time high difficulty of 90T on July 31st underscores the increasing competitiveness of Bitcoin mining. HIVE's hardware upgrades are timely, potentially allowing them to maintain profitability in this challenging environment.

From a technical perspective, HIVE's approach demonstrates a deep understanding of the intricate balance between hashrate, power consumption and profitability in the evolving Bitcoin mining landscape.

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 2, 2024) - HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. (TSXV: HIVE) (NASDAQ: HIVE) (FSE: YO0) (the "Company" or "HIVE") a pioneer in green energy-powered blockchain infrastructure, proudly announces its unaudited production figures for July 2024. In July the Company mined 116 Bitcoin, increasing its Bitcoin holdings by 2%, now totalling 2,533 Bitcoin on the balance sheet. HIVE maintained an average Bitcoin mining capacity of over 4.7 Exahash ("EH/s") in July 2024 (all amounts in US dollars, unless otherwise indicated).

July 2024 Highlights:

• Production: Mined 116 Bitcoin in July 2024.
• Mining Capacity Maintained: Ended July with a 4.9 EH/s ASIC mining capacity.
• HODL Position: Increased to 2,533 BTC, a 2% increase from the prior month.
• Mining Efficiency: Achieved an average of 24.6 Bitcoin per Exahash, ending the month of July with 4.9 EH/s, with an average hashrate of 4.7 EH/s throughout July.
• Daily Production: The company averaged 3.7 BTC per day, showcasing operational efficiency and robust mining capabilities.

Strategic HODL Increase:

The Company notes that with a Bitcoin HODL value of over $164 million as of July 31, 2024, its enterprise value looks very attractive compared to its peers.

Executive Insights:

Aydin Kilic, President and CEO stated: "We have made three purchases of new generation ASICs to prepare for the Bitcoin halving which occurred in April 2024. These purchases include 7,000 Bitmain S21 Antminers at 200 terahash per second ("TH/s") each with 17.5 joules per Terahash ("J/TH") efficiency and 2,500 S21 Pro Antminers at 234 TH/s each and 15 J/TH efficiency. These purchases represent approximately 2 EH/s of Bitcoin mining capacity with the industry's newest and most efficient hardware. We are pleased to note all of these 9,500 ASIC miners have been delivered. As of press time, approximately 8,400 of these ASIC miners have been installed at our facilities in New Brunswick and Sweden, with the remaining 1,100 ASIC miners expected to be installed this week. This will bring our total installed Bitcoin mining capacity to 5.5 EH/s with a global average fleet efficiency of 24.5 J/TH.

We may elect to use firmware optimizations to downclock the power consumption of our legacy 30 J/TH ASIC models to increase their operating efficiency (improving their operating efficiency to 27-29 J/TH), which will reduce their total TH/s output. As a result, our total operating hashrate may vary from month to month. However, this is part of our strategy to have the best unit economics in Bitcoin mining, as the focus is to have the best gross mining margin possible to deliver value to shareholders. A testament to this strategy is the fact that HIVE has mined with positive gross mining margins through the last 3 years.

Operational Update:

Luke Rossy, Chief Operating Officer, commented on July's production numbers: "Due to our team's effective response strategy to the heat wave in Eastern Canada and their efficient execution of maintenance at our New Brunswick facility completed on July 30th, production decreased only minimally in relation to May and June 2024. We are pleased to report that the remainder of our Bitmain S21 Pro Antminers have been delivered and are currently being onboarded, which will aid in mitigating the new all-time high difficulty of 90T, following its last adjustment on July 31st."

About HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd.

HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. went public in 2017 as the first cryptocurrency mining company listed for trading on the TSX Venture Exchange with a focus on sustainable green energy.

HIVE is a growth-oriented technology stock in the emergent blockchain industry. As a company whose shares trade on a major stock exchange, we are building a bridge between the digital currency and blockchain sector and traditional capital markets. HIVE owns and operates state-of-the-art, green energy-powered data centre facilities in Canada, Sweden, and Iceland, where we endeavour to source green energy to mine digital assets such as Bitcoin on the cloud. Since the beginning of 2021, HIVE has held in secure storage the majority of its treasury of BTC derived from mining rewards. Our shares provide investors with exposure to the operating margins of digital currency mining, as well as a portfolio of Bitcoin. Because HIVE also owns hard assets such as data centers and advanced multi-use servers, we believe our shares offer investors an attractive way to gain exposure to the cryptocurrency space.

Environmental Sustainability:

• Green Energy: By sourcing green renewable energy, HIVE is committed to environmental responsibility, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable cryptocurrency mining.

• Competitive Advantage: We believe this environmentally conscious approach sets HIVE apart from competitors and aligns with evolving investor preferences.

Expansion into AI Strategy:

• Diversification: HIVE's diversification into HPC enables us to support artificial intelligence (AI) using Nvidia GPU chips, showcasing our adaptability and innovation beyond traditional Bitcoin mining.

• Revenue Streams: This strategic move into HPC broadens HIVE's revenue streams and places it at the forefront of technological advancements in both cryptocurrency and AI industries.

HIVE's unique value proposition encompasses efficient operations, a proven agile management team, financial strength, environmental sustainability, and innovative expansion strategies. Beyond Bitcoin mining, HIVE is firmly part of the global boom in data center infrastructure, sourcing primarily green renewable energy.

HIVE presents a unique growth opportunity with over 2,400 Bitcoins on its balance sheet and growing revenue from its suite of Nvidia GPU chips powering data services for the AI revolution.

We encourage you to visit HIVE's YouTube channel here to learn more about HIVE.

For more information and to register to HIVE's mailing list, please visit www.HIVEdigitaltechnologies.com. Follow @HIVEDigitalTech on Twitter and subscribe to HIVE's YouTube channel.

On Behalf of HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd.

"Frank Holmes"
Executive Chairman

For further information please contact:
Frank Holmes
Tel: (604) 664-1078

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release

Forward-Looking Information

Except for the statements of historical fact, this news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of the applicable Canadian and United States securities legislation and regulations that is based on expectations, estimates and projections as at the date of this news release. "Forward-looking information" in this news release includes but is not limited to: business goals and objectives of the Company; the results of operations for July 2024; the acquisition, deployment and optimization of the mining fleet and equipment; the continued viability of its existing Bitcoin mining operations; and other forward-looking information concerning the intentions, plans and future actions of the parties to the transactions described herein and the terms thereon.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in such forward looking information include, but are not limited to, the volatility of the digital currency market; the Company's ability to successfully mine digital currency; the Company may not be able to profitably liquidate its current digital currency inventory as required, or at all; a material decline in digital currency prices may have a significant negative impact on the Company's operations; the regulatory environment for cryptocurrency in Canada, the United States and the countries where our mining facilities are located; economic dependence on regulated terms of service and electricity rates; the speculative and competitive nature of the technology sector; dependency on continued growth in blockchain and cryptocurrency usage; lawsuits and other legal proceedings and challenges; government regulations; the global economic climate; dilution; future capital needs and uncertainty of additional financing, capital market conditions in general; risks relating to the strategy of maintaining and increasing Bitcoin holdings and the impact of depreciating Bitcoin prices on working capital; the competitive nature of the industry; currency exchange risks; the need for the Company to manage its planned growth and expansion; the effects of product development and need for continued technology change; the ability to maintain reliable and economical sources of power to run its cryptocurrency mining assets; the impact of energy curtailment or regulatory changes in the energy regimes in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates; protection of proprietary rights; the effect of government regulation and compliance on the Company and the industry; network security risks; the ability of the Company to maintain properly working systems; reliance on key personnel; global economic and financial market deterioration impeding access to capital or increasing the cost of capital; share dilution resulting from equity issuances; the construction and operation of facilities may not occur as currently planned, or at all; expansion may not materialize as currently anticipated, or at all; the digital currency market; the ability to successfully mine digital currency; revenue may not increase as currently anticipated, or at all; it may not be possible to profitably liquidate the current digital currency inventory, or at all; a decline in digital currency prices may have a significant negative impact on operations; an increase in network difficulty may have a significant negative impact on operations; the volatility of digital currency prices; the anticipated growth and sustainability of electricity for the purposes of cryptocurrency mining in the applicable jurisdictions; the inability to maintain reliable and economical sources of power for the Company to operate cryptocurrency mining assets; the risks of an increase in the Company's electricity costs, cost of natural gas, changes in currency exchange rates, energy curtailment or regulatory changes in the energy regimes in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates and the adverse impact on the Company's profitability; the ability to complete current and future financings, any regulations or laws that will prevent the Company from operating its business; historical prices of digital currencies and the ability to mine digital currencies that will be consistent with historical prices; an inability to predict and counteract the effects of pandemics on the business of the Company, including but not limited to the effects of pandemics on the price of digital currencies, capital market conditions, restriction on labour and international travel and supply chains; and, the adoption or expansion of any regulation or law that will prevent the Company from operating its business, or make it more costly to do so; and other related risks as more fully set out in the Company's disclosure documents under the Company's filings at www.sec.gov/EDGAR and www.sedarplus.ca.

The forward-looking information in this news release reflects the Company's current expectations, assumptions, and/or beliefs based on information currently available to the Company. In connection with the forward-looking information contained in this news release, the Company has made assumptions about the Company's objectives, goals or future plans, the timing thereof and related matters. The Company has also assumed that no significant events occur outside of the Company's normal course of business. Although the Company believes that the assumptions inherent in the forward-looking information are reasonable, forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance, and accordingly, undue reliance should not be put on such information due to its inherent uncertainty. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by law.

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FAQ

How many Bitcoin did HIVE Digital Technologies mine in July 2024?

HIVE Digital Technologies mined 116 Bitcoin in July 2024.

What was HIVE's total Bitcoin holdings as of July 31, 2024?

HIVE's total Bitcoin holdings increased to 2,533 Bitcoin as of July 31, 2024, representing a 2% increase from the previous month.

What was HIVE's average Bitcoin mining capacity in July 2024?

HIVE maintained an average Bitcoin mining capacity of over 4.7 Exahash (EH/s) in July 2024.

How many new ASIC miners did HIVE purchase to prepare for the Bitcoin halving?

HIVE purchased 9,500 new generation ASIC miners, including 7,000 Bitmain S21 Antminers and 2,500 S21 Pro Antminers.

What will be HIVE's total installed Bitcoin mining capacity after the new ASIC miners are installed?

After installing the new ASIC miners, HIVE's total installed Bitcoin mining capacity will reach 5.5 EH/s with a global average fleet efficiency of 24.5 J/TH.