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MARA Posts $100 Million Security Deposit for 2 GW Texas Data Center Project
MARA posted a $100 million security deposit with the electric utility for contemplated 2,000 MW of power at its Texas site, but the company can still withdraw the deposit and has not irrevocably committed to complete the project.
Does the $100 million deposit mean MARA is committed to finishing the project?
No. MARA's Volt Texas subsidiary may withdraw the security deposit at its sole discretion, subject to the amended sale process.
Orbitrum Investor Impact
Why does the deposit matter for MARA investors?
It advances MARA's effort to secure contemplated 2,000 MW of power for a digital-infrastructure campus that it plans to commercialize for high-performance computing and Bitcoin mining.
What could the project mean for MARA shareholders?
The project could add high-performance-computing revenue alongside Bitcoin mining if the power capacity is approved and commercialized. MARA has not disclosed tenant revenue or expected project returns.
Is the $100 million the full acquisition price?
No. The amended agreement keeps the aggregate acquisition price at up to $600 million if all milestones are achieved; the $100 million is a separate security deposit posted with the utility.
What must happen before MARA proceeds further?
A Texas regulatory audit must conclude successfully, the applicable interconnection study must be completed, and MARA must elect to proceed. Other milestones include authorization for the site to receive power and execution of a data center lease with a third-party tenant.
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Original signal: TokenPost ↗
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