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Iren Raises $2.3 Billion to Accelerate AI GPU Buildout After Microsoft Deal

The new capital positions the data‑center operator to scale capacity tied to its multiyear Microsoft services contract.

Overview

  • Iren completed a $2.3 billion convertible note and equity offering in early December to help fund a planned $5.8 billion expansion.
  • The company targets roughly 140,000 GPUs by the end of 2026, up from about 23,000 currently in operation.
  • A $9.7 billion partnership with Microsoft grants dedicated access to Iren’s Nvidia GPU capacity through 2031, with about $1.9 billion in expected annual revenue.
  • Iren cites control of approximately 2.9 to 3.0 gigawatts of secured, low‑cost renewable power to support rapid deployments at its Childress, Texas site.
  • Trailing 12‑month revenue reached $689 million and the latest quarterly sales were $240 million, while the stock has pulled back roughly 39% from November highs.