CryptoSlate reports that Riot Blockchain has signed a $28 billion lease with Anthropic for a planned 910 MW power capacity in Corsicana. The deal includes mandatory grid orders that are exempt from voluntary power cuts, and the rent is contingent on future delivery. This arrangement highlights the intersection of AI and energy management in the crypto sector.
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Source published: Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:10:25 +0000
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