Bitcoin News Today: MARA Expands Bitcoin Treasury as Market Dips, Eyes AI and Green Energy Future

MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA) reported that it mined 705 bitcoin (BTC) in August 2025, maintaining a consistent output compared to the previous month. As of August 31, the company held a total of 52,477 BTC in its treasury, including actively managed and collateralized holdings. The firm did not sell any BTC during the month, opting instead to leverage the decline in Bitcoin’s price to expand its reserves. This strategy was outlined by CEO Fred Thiel, who stated that the price dip provided an opportunity to strategically bolster the company’s treasury. MARA’s total BTC holdings represent one of the largest corporate on-chain holdings in the sector, highlighting its long-term commitment to the cryptocurrency market [1].

Operational data from the firm’s mining operations showed that it mined 208 blocks in August, aligning with its performance in July and maintaining a 4.9% share of available miner rewards. The company’s average daily BTC production remained stable at 22.7 coins. MARA’s energized hashrate increased by 1% month-over-month, reaching 59.4 exahashes per second (EH/s). This growth in computational power is attributed to the full deployment of miners and containers at its Texas wind farm, which is now fully connected and anticipated to become operational by the fourth quarter of 2025. The facility is part of the company’s broader strategy to leverage renewable energy for mining operations, reducing environmental impact while increasing efficiency [1].

In addition to its domestic expansion, MARA announced significant international developments. The company signed an investment agreement to acquire a 64% stake in Exaion, a subsidiary of EDF, one of the world’s largest low-carbon energy producers. The deal includes an option to increase ownership to 75% by 2027, pending regulatory approvals and customary closing requirements. The acquisition is expected to close in or around Q4 2025 and aims to integrate MARA’s infrastructure with AI and edge solutions. This strategic move is designed to lower the cost of processing for high-performance computing applications and to support the growing AI economy. The transaction also underscores MARA’s focus on cross-sector collaboration, particularly in energy and technology, to drive innovation in sustainable computing [1].

MARA further reinforced its international expansion by establishing its European headquarters in Paris. The move is intended to accelerate the company’s global growth strategy by attracting European business leaders and strengthening partnerships in sustainability, power grid stabilization, and the repurposing of unused energy. These initiatives align with the company’s mission to redefine energy systems through digital technologies and to contribute to the decarbonization of infrastructure. The European headquarters is expected to serve as a hub for research and development, policy engagement, and business development, further cementing MARA’s presence in the global energy transition [1].

The firm’s operational and strategic updates occurred against a backdrop of a challenging market for Bitcoin. During August 2025, the largest cryptocurrency fell more than 6%, marking its worst monthly performance since February. Despite these market conditions, MARA maintained its production levels and continued to execute on its long-term growth objectives. However, the company’s shares faced downward pressure, with a 5% decline on Thursday and a 14% year-to-date drop. Analysts attributed the drop in equity value to broader market sentiment rather than operational underperformance. The firm’s management emphasized that the company remains focused on execution across its mining, infrastructure, and energy partnerships, with key milestones expected later in the year [1].

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[1] MARA Announces Bitcoin Production and Mining Operation Updates for August 2025 (https://ir.mara.com/news-events/press-releases/detail/1409/mara-announces-bitcoin-production-and-mining-operation-updates-for-august-2025)