Several Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining companies experienced a significant pre-market surge, fueled by the increasing interest in artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC). This trend suggests optimism about the potential for mining firms to leverage their existing infrastructure and power resources for data centers and AI computing services. Companies like Riot Platforms and Marathon Digital are actively transitioning their business models to focus on AI and HPC, addressing the challenges of reduced Bitcoin mining profitability following the halving event. This strategic shift has garnered considerable investor interest, leading to strong independent growth in mining stocks despite Bitcoin’s relatively stable price.