Hut 8 wins bidding for Poolin’s Texas data centers with $140 million offer

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What happened

The proposed acquisition would add two Texas sites to Hut 8’s expanding AI infrastructure portfolio.

Key facts

  • The proposed acquisition would add two Texas sites to Hut 8’s expanding AI infrastructure portfolio.
  • Reported by The Block and published Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:01:58 UTC.

Why it matters

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What to watch next

  • Whether spot volume and open interest confirm the move
  • Liquidation clusters around the current price
  • ETF flow data and any regulatory follow-up

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