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Hyperscale Data Repurposes Bitcoin Treasury to Fund Michigan AI Data Center
On July 30 2026, Hyperscale Data, Inc. (NYSE American: GPUS), a leader in AI‑focused data centers, announced that it will tap its Bitcoin holdings and a new Bitcoin‑backed credit line to accelerate the construction of its Michigan AI data‑center campus.
The company sold roughly 100 Bitcoin, turning the sale into about $71 million in cash. Those proceeds are being poured straight into the Michigan campus, a top‑priority long‑term capital project. In addition, Hyperscale secured a variable‑rate credit facility that lets it borrow at 4.5 % to 5.0 % by pledging Bitcoin as collateral.
The Michigan campus sits under a master services agreement (MSA) with a leading neo‑cloud AI infrastructure provider. The 10‑year initial term includes two five‑year extension options and calls for an initial 20 MW of AI compute capacity, with the option to add 32 MW in the first two years. If the full term is exercised, the contract could generate more than $1.2 billion in revenue; with the additional capacity, the total could exceed $3 billion.
"We believe our Bitcoin treasury is one of the Company’s most valuable strategic assets," said Executive Chairman Milton "Todd" Ault III. "After carefully evaluating our capital allocation priorities, we concluded that accelerating development of our Michigan Campus is in the best interests of our stockholders. We have therefore begun selectively deploying a portion of our Bitcoin holdings to fund further development of the Michigan Campus and acquire the infrastructure necessary to support our long‑term customer under the MSA."
Chief Executive Officer William Horne added that the company will keep evaluating financing alternatives as market conditions evolve. "This strategy has the potential to reduce future stockholder dilution while accelerating construction of our Michigan Campus," Horne said. "It does not change our long‑term conviction about Bitcoin; it simply demonstrates the strategic value of maintaining a substantial Bitcoin treasury."
Hyperscale’s Bitcoin treasury has grown steadily. As of July 2026, the company held 1,087 Bitcoin, valued at roughly $71 million based on the June 7 2026 closing price of $63,240 per coin. Public filings show the Bitcoin holdings are part of a broader digital‑asset treasury strategy that also includes a $225 million cash reserve.
The decision to monetize a portion of Bitcoin and secure a Bitcoin‑backed line of credit follows a broader industry trend. Several mining and infrastructure firms have used Bitcoin as collateral to obtain non‑equity financing, citing the asset’s liquidity and the ability to preserve shareholder equity.
The Michigan campus will support Hyperscale’s expansion into high‑performance AI workloads. Industry estimates indicate AI data centers consume significantly more power than general‑purpose centers—an average of 60 kW per server rack versus 10 kW for conventional racks. The company’s existing Michigan facility occupies roughly 100,000 sq ft within a larger 617,000‑sq‑ft building on a 34.5‑acre site.
Beyond Michigan, Hyperscale continues to pursue a divestiture of its subsidiary Ault Capital Group (ACG) in the second quarter of 2027. The divestiture will convert the company into a pure data‑center operator and holder of digital assets. Until then, the company maintains a diversified portfolio that includes AI software platforms, equipment rental services, and private‑credit activities.
In a related move, the company issued one million shares of Series F Exchangeable Preferred Stock to common shareholders and holders of Series C Preferred Stock on an as‑converted basis. The shares form part of a voluntary exchange that will allow holders to receive shares of ACG upon the divestiture.
Hyperscale’s repurposing of Bitcoin assets underscores the growing intersection between cryptocurrency and infrastructure finance. By converting a portion of its digital‑asset holdings into cash and leveraging Bitcoin as collateral, the company aims to secure low‑cost, non‑equity capital while maintaining a significant Bitcoin position.
The company has indicated it will provide further updates on construction progress, financing initiatives, and operational milestones as the Michigan campus develops.
The decision comes amid heightened scrutiny of AI data‑center construction, particularly in Michigan, where local opposition has delayed or blocked several projects. Industry analysts note that the sector’s rapid expansion has raised concerns about energy consumption, water use, and community impact.
In summary, Hyperscale Data is using a combination of Bitcoin monetization and a Bitcoin‑backed credit facility to fund the Michigan AI data‑center campus, a project that could generate multi‑billion‑dollar revenue under a long‑term MSA. The company maintains a substantial Bitcoin treasury, plans to continue evaluating financing options, and will provide updates as the campus progresses.
The company sold roughly 100 Bitcoin, turning the sale into about $71 million in cash. Those proceeds are being poured straight into the Michigan campus, a top‑priority long‑term capital project. In addition, Hyperscale secured a variable‑rate credit facility that lets it borrow at 4.5 % to 5.0 % by pledging Bitcoin as collateral.
The Michigan campus sits under a master services agreement (MSA) with a leading neo‑cloud AI infrastructure provider. The 10‑year initial term includes two five‑year extension options and calls for an initial 20 MW of AI compute capacity, with the option to add 32 MW in the first two years. If the full term is exercised, the contract could generate more than $1.2 billion in revenue; with the additional capacity, the total could exceed $3 billion.
"We believe our Bitcoin treasury is one of the Company’s most valuable strategic assets," said Executive Chairman Milton "Todd" Ault III. "After carefully evaluating our capital allocation priorities, we concluded that accelerating development of our Michigan Campus is in the best interests of our stockholders. We have therefore begun selectively deploying a portion of our Bitcoin holdings to fund further development of the Michigan Campus and acquire the infrastructure necessary to support our long‑term customer under the MSA."
Chief Executive Officer William Horne added that the company will keep evaluating financing alternatives as market conditions evolve. "This strategy has the potential to reduce future stockholder dilution while accelerating construction of our Michigan Campus," Horne said. "It does not change our long‑term conviction about Bitcoin; it simply demonstrates the strategic value of maintaining a substantial Bitcoin treasury."
Hyperscale’s Bitcoin treasury has grown steadily. As of July 2026, the company held 1,087 Bitcoin, valued at roughly $71 million based on the June 7 2026 closing price of $63,240 per coin. Public filings show the Bitcoin holdings are part of a broader digital‑asset treasury strategy that also includes a $225 million cash reserve.
The decision to monetize a portion of Bitcoin and secure a Bitcoin‑backed line of credit follows a broader industry trend. Several mining and infrastructure firms have used Bitcoin as collateral to obtain non‑equity financing, citing the asset’s liquidity and the ability to preserve shareholder equity.
The Michigan campus will support Hyperscale’s expansion into high‑performance AI workloads. Industry estimates indicate AI data centers consume significantly more power than general‑purpose centers—an average of 60 kW per server rack versus 10 kW for conventional racks. The company’s existing Michigan facility occupies roughly 100,000 sq ft within a larger 617,000‑sq‑ft building on a 34.5‑acre site.
Beyond Michigan, Hyperscale continues to pursue a divestiture of its subsidiary Ault Capital Group (ACG) in the second quarter of 2027. The divestiture will convert the company into a pure data‑center operator and holder of digital assets. Until then, the company maintains a diversified portfolio that includes AI software platforms, equipment rental services, and private‑credit activities.
In a related move, the company issued one million shares of Series F Exchangeable Preferred Stock to common shareholders and holders of Series C Preferred Stock on an as‑converted basis. The shares form part of a voluntary exchange that will allow holders to receive shares of ACG upon the divestiture.
Hyperscale’s repurposing of Bitcoin assets underscores the growing intersection between cryptocurrency and infrastructure finance. By converting a portion of its digital‑asset holdings into cash and leveraging Bitcoin as collateral, the company aims to secure low‑cost, non‑equity capital while maintaining a significant Bitcoin position.
The company has indicated it will provide further updates on construction progress, financing initiatives, and operational milestones as the Michigan campus develops.
The decision comes amid heightened scrutiny of AI data‑center construction, particularly in Michigan, where local opposition has delayed or blocked several projects. Industry analysts note that the sector’s rapid expansion has raised concerns about energy consumption, water use, and community impact.
In summary, Hyperscale Data is using a combination of Bitcoin monetization and a Bitcoin‑backed credit facility to fund the Michigan AI data‑center campus, a project that could generate multi‑billion‑dollar revenue under a long‑term MSA. The company maintains a substantial Bitcoin treasury, plans to continue evaluating financing options, and will provide updates as the campus progresses.
