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Bitfury Launches $1 Billion Initiative Backing Ethical AI, Quantum and Decentralized Tech

The company says the move reflects a bet on the convergence of AI with decentralized systems.

Overview

  • Bitfury committed to deploy $200 million over the next year, with the rest invested over subsequent years.
  • Initial checks are expected to start as early as Q4 2025 with funding drawn from past operations and a network of investors, according to trade reports.
  • The initiative targets AI, quantum computing, transparent decentralized systems and self-sovereign identity.
  • Company executives frame the shift as reducing reliance on Bitcoin mining, a sector facing tighter margins due to higher difficulty and softer prices, per industry reporting.
  • Bitfury cites its track record building and spinning out infrastructure businesses, including Cipher Mining, Hut 8, LiquidStack and Axelera AI.