Europe’s largest Bitcoin miner, Northern Data, is exploring the potential divestment of its mining division, Peak Mining, as part of a strategic shift to focus entirely on its rapidly growing AI Solutions business, according to an Oct. 21 press release.

The potential sale marks a significant move away from the company’s mining roots as it aims to reinvest proceeds into further expanding its AI capabilities.

AI pivot

The decision comes as Northern Data’s AI Solutions segment continues to see strong growth, with the third consecutive quarter of sequential increases in revenue, driven by demand for its Generative AI Cloud platform and purpose-built data centers.

The firm is looking to reposition itself as a leader in the AI and high-performance computing (HPC) sector by shedding its crypto-mining operations.

Northern Data CEO Aroosh Thillainathan said:

“Mining is a foundational part of Northern Data’s heritage. However, as we move forward, our focus is on powering AI innovation through sustainable, high-performance infrastructure. Finding the right steward for this valuable business is crucial as we commit to leading the AI revolution.”

Proceeds from the potential sale would be directed toward expanding Northern Data’s AI product platform, particularly its Dynamic Enablement Services, and acquiring additional AI GPUs and data centers.

The company aims to further innovate by offering new software capabilities and a range of managed services to meet growing customer demand for AI-driven solutions. The firm said it remains supportive of blockchain technology but is committed to becoming a pure-play AI solutions provider.

Miners diversifying

Northern Data’s pivot comes amid a wider trend of Bitcoin miners seeking to diversify their operations by branching into AI. Ho

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Author: Assad Jafri