Bitcoin mining firm Cango Inc. has acquired a fully operational 50 MW mining facility in Georgia, USA, for US$19.5 million, marking a significant milestone in the company’s move towards a diversified strategy encompassing both Bitcoin mining and energy infrastructure.

The purchase marks Cango’s first direct expansion into owning and operating mining facilities. By acquiring low-cost power operations, the company aims to improve operational efficiency, maintain cost discipline, and bolster long-term financial resilience, while laying the foundation for an advanced energy strategy.

Previously hosting Cango’s miners under a third-party agreement, the facility will now allocate 30 MW to the company’s self-mining operations and 20 MW to third-party hosting services. Fully equipped with mining, accommodation, and support infrastructure, the site enables a smooth transition to self-operation, strengthening Cango’s technical and managerial capabilities.

Alongside Bitcoin mining, the company is positioning itself to supply energy for high-performance computing applications, broadening the long-term potential of its sites.

“This acquisition is a critical milestone and marks the beginning of our vertical integration as we transition towards a more diversified and resilient portfolio of Bitcoin mining sites and energy infrastructure,” said Peng Yu, CEO of Cango.

“By integrating long-term power supply agreements into our portfolio and developing new revenue streams, we are optimising power costs, expanding operational capacity, and reinforcing our financial sustainability.”

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