Emre Yumlu 
Bitcoin mining firm Hut 8 recorded a substantial $134.3 million net loss in the first quarter of 2025 but still managed to grow its hashrate by 79%, showcasing an aggressive expansion strategy. This growth was largely fueled by ongoing infrastructure investments and the rollout of its new U.S.-based subsidiary, American Bitcoin.
Record-High Energy Capacity
According to its latest financial update released on May 8, Hut 8 generated $21.8 million in revenue during the quarter. However, the company ended the period deep in the red due to major capital expenditures. CEO Asher Genoot described the first quarter as a necessary phase in the firm’s long-term strategy:
“This period marked a deliberate investment cycle aimed at future returns. We expect to see those gains become more apparent in the coming quarters.”
As of March 31, the company’s total energy capacity reached 1,020 megawatts, enough to power more than 800,000 U.S. households. Additionally, Hut 8 holds the rights to scale its operations by an extra 2,600 MW, giving it significant room for growth.
A New Chapter With American Bitcoin
One of the standout developments was the launch of American Bitcoin, a majority-owned subsidiary introduced in late March. The initiative aims to become the largest and most efficient pure-play Bitcoin mining operation in the world.
The new entity has drawn attention due to its reported ties with members of the Trump family and its stated intention to pursue an initial public offering (IPO). Commenting on the subsidiary’s impact, Genoot said:
“The creation of American Bitcoin strengthens our capital allocation strategy, allowing us to scale in lower-cost segments like high-performance computing.”
Expansion Plans for 2025
Looking ahead, Hut 8 is moving forward with several major projects. These include the launch of the Vega data center, preliminary development at the River Bend site, and expansion of its utility-scale power infrastructure.
“These initiatives are designed to drive near-term cash flow resilience while positioning us for long-term leadership in digital infrastructure markets.”
Currently trading on Nasdaq, Hut 8’s stock closed the day up 2.2% at $12.66. Still, the share price has dropped over 38% since the beginning of the year, when it was priced at $20.49.
The update comes shortly after another Nasdaq-listed mining firm, Core Scientific, reported a $580 million net profit in Q1. However, it still fell short of analyst expectations due to a decline in mining revenues.
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