Bitfarms Ltd. (Nasdaq/TSX: BITF), a global vertically integrated Bitcoin data center company, has released its financial and operational performance for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. The report highlights strategic advancements in mining efficiency, infrastructure expansion, and corporate governance, positioning the company for sustained growth amid a challenging market environment.
Q3 2024 Financial Overview
Bitfarms generated $45 million in revenue during the quarter, reflecting an 8% increase quarter-over-quarter and a 30% year-over-year rise. This growth was driven by improved mining efficiency and expanded operations despite headwinds such as record-low hash prices and a 62% year-over-year increase in network difficulty following the April 2024 Bitcoin halving event.
The company reported a gross mining margin of 38%, down from 51% in Q2 2024 but still demonstrating resilience in operations. Adjusted EBITDA stood at **$6 million**, or 14% of revenue, compared to $12 million (28% of revenue) in the previous quarter. The decline was primarily due to accelerated depreciation costs associated with the ongoing fleet upgrade.
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Operational Performance and Mining Efficiency
Bitfarms achieved a current hashrate of 11.9 EH/s, up from 10.4 EH/s in Q2 2024, showcasing steady progress in scaling its computational power. The company averaged 7.6 BTC per day in production, totaling 703 BTC earned during the quarter.
A major milestone was reaching its energy efficiency target of 21 watts per terahash (w/TH)—three months ahead of schedule. This represents a 40% improvement year-to-date, significantly reducing direct operating costs and enhancing long-term profitability.
During the quarter, Bitfarms deployed 5,400 additional miners across facilities in Canada, the U.S., and Paraguay, bringing the total number of miners deployed in 2024 to approximately 47,900. The company also finalized an agreement to upgrade its remaining 18,853 Bitmain T21 miners to more powerful S21 Pro models, which deliver 234 TH/s at 15 w/TH—a more than 20% improvement in both hashrate and energy efficiency.
Strategic Expansion and U.S. Market Shift
One of the most transformative developments in Q3 was the announcement of Bitfarms’ acquisition of Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc. (Nasdaq: SDIG). Once completed, this stock-for-stock merger is expected to position Bitfarms to manage over 950 MW of energy capacity by end-of-2025, with potential for expansion up to 1.6 GW.
This strategic shift will increase Bitfarms’ U.S. operational footprint from just 6% today to approximately 66% of its total portfolio, marking a significant geographic rebalancing toward North American markets.
In Pennsylvania, Bitfarms closed a lease agreement in Sharon providing 12 MW of immediate capacity, with potential for up to 98 MW of future development. Additionally, a letter of intent was signed for an additional 10 MW site, potentially expanding total capacity at the location to 120 MW.
To accelerate deployment, Bitfarms entered into two hosting agreements with Stronghold, supporting approximately 4.0 EH/s across 20,000 miners. These agreements will transition to self-mining operations upon closing of the acquisition.
Leadership and Governance Enhancements
In line with its transformation strategy, Bitfarms strengthened its executive team and board structure:
- Ben Gagnon appointed CEO
- Liam Wilson named Chief Operating Officer
- Benoit Gobeil as Chief Infrastructure Officer
- Alex Brammer as SVP of Mining Operations
- Rachel Silverstein as U.S. General Counsel
On the governance front:
- Amy Freedman joined as Independent Director
- Brian Howlett, former Lead Director, was promoted to Independent Chairman
- The board now comprises five members, four of whom are independent
- A special shareholder meeting on November 20 will consider expanding the board to six members and nominating Andrew J. Chang
These changes aim to improve accountability, scalability, and strategic oversight—particularly as Bitfarms prepares for future growth in high-performance computing (HPC) and AI.
Diversification into HPC and Artificial Intelligence
Demonstrating forward-thinking strategy beyond Bitcoin mining, Bitfarms has selected two U.S. sites for a planned 1–2 MW HPC/AI pilot project. Both locations have secured land and power infrastructure, with active discussions underway with technology partners for potential deployment in 2025.
This initiative marks the first step toward leveraging Bitfarms’ robust energy assets for next-generation computing workloads, including machine learning and data-intensive applications.
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Treasury Management and Synthetic HODL Strategy
Bitfarms continued to strengthen its balance sheet through disciplined treasury management:
- Held 1,188 BTC as of October 31, 2024 (up from 1,147 BTC on September 30)
- Total liquidity reached **$146 million**, including $73 million in cash and $73 million in Bitcoin value
- Sold 461 BTC during Q3 at an average price of $60,600, generating $28 million in proceeds
- Raised **$66 million** through its at-the-market equity offering program in Q3, bringing year-to-date net proceeds to $279 million by November 12
A key innovation is the expansion of its Synthetic HODL™ strategy, which uses financial instruments to create Bitcoin-equivalent exposure without direct ownership. The synthetic HODL position grew to 802 BTC equivalents by October 31—up 286% from 208 in June—enhancing capital flexibility while maintaining upside exposure to Bitcoin price appreciation.
Cost Structure and Production Economics
While revenue increased, production costs rose due to higher energy prices and increased network difficulty:
| Metric | Q3 2024 | Q2 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Direct cost per BTC | $36,000 | $30,600 |
| Total cash cost per BTC | $52,400 | $47,300 |
Despite these pressures, the fleet upgrade program is expected to mitigate future cost increases and improve margins as newer, more efficient miners come online.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is Bitfarms’ current hashrate?
A: As of Q3 2024, Bitfarms operates at a hashrate of 11.9 EH/s, up from 10.4 EH/s in the previous quarter.
Q: How does the Stronghold acquisition benefit Bitfarms?
A: The acquisition expands Bitfarms’ U.S. presence dramatically—from 6% to ~66% of total capacity—and increases access to over 950 MW of energy, with potential for up to 1.6 GW, significantly boosting growth potential.
Q: What is Synthetic HODL™?
A: It’s a financial strategy using instruments like options to gain economic exposure to Bitcoin without direct ownership, allowing Bitfarms to maintain flexibility while capturing price upside.
Q: When will Bitfarms reach 21 EH/s?
A: Due to shipping delays and miner servicing needs, the target has been pushed to the first half of 2025, though efficiency improvements remain on track.
Q: Is Bitfarms profitable?
A: Yes—despite challenging market conditions post-halving, Bitfarms maintained profitability in mining operations and generated free cash flow during Q3.
Q: What are Bitfarms’ plans for AI and HPC?
A: The company is launching a 1–2 MW pilot project in the U.S., securing land and power for early-stage deployment in 2025 as part of a long-term HPC/AI diversification strategy.
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