Cryptocurrency mining firm Bitfarms has appointed Ben
Gagnon as Chief Executive Officer in a move the company said marks a new
chapter as it seeks to expand and diversify its operations beyond Bitcoin
mining.
Gagnon, formerly Chief Mining Officer, has reportedly
been a key player in Bitfarms’ rise within the Bitcoin mining industry. With
his extensive experience, he is expected to lead the company towards new growth
opportunities.
Bitfarms Targets New Opportunities
Under Gagnon’s leadership, Bitfarms plans to explore
new areas such as energy generation, heat recycling, energy trading, and
high-performance computing for artificial intelligence. During his tenure as
Chief Mining Officer, Ben reportedly played a significant role in the
development of Bitfarms’ growth plan.
Expressing his enthusiasm about the new role, Gagnon
emphasized the transformational nature of the past year for Bitfarms and
highlighted the strategic planning for the upcoming 2028 Bitcoin halving event
as a key focus.
“This has been a transformational year for the
Company, and I am encouraged about the future as we begin planning and
implementing strategies for the 2028 halving event while simultaneously
evaluating potential HPC/AI opportunities. As I look to the next four years and the Company’s
strategic path, I am encouraged by the tremendous potential ahead and am
confident that we have the right team in place to execute our objectives,” Gagnon said.
Rising Through the Ranks
His career at Bitfarms began in 2019 as Director of
Business Development. He quickly rose through the ranks, taking on roles such
as Director of Mining Operations and Chief Mining Officer. His experience spans
various aspects of mining strategy, operations, and technology integration.
Prior to Bitfarms, Gagnon founded and operated two
Bitcoin mining companies and held executive roles in the industry. He holds an
MSc. in Internet Computing from Hong Kong University and a BSc. in Economic
Consulting and International Business from Indiana University.
Since its launch in 2017, Bitfarms has grown to operate 12 Bitcoin data centers across four countries, and two more are under development. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability, using
predominantly hydroelectric power and long-term power contracts to run its
operations.
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This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.
