- Gryphon Digital and Trump-linked American Bitcoin announce approved merger.
- Stock expected to list as ABTC.
- Significant institutional investment backs the merger.
Gryphon Digital Mining’s shareholders have approved a merger with American Bitcoin, a venture involving Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., set to trade on Nasdaq under ticker ‘ABTC’.
The merger signifies increased institutional involvement in bitcoin mining, potentially reshaping market dynamics and impacting Gryphon’s stock, which surged over 200% before a recent 10% drop post-approval.
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The merger between Gryphon Digital Mining and American Bitcoin has been approved. The cooperation gained stockholder approval on August 27, 2025. The merged entity is gearing up to list on Nasdaq as ABTC in September.
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In this strategic initiative, key figures Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. are major stakeholders. They bring the Trump Organization’s leadership to the forefront. The merger enables a stronger emphasis on establishing a robust BTC treasury.
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Financial markets have observed substantial activity, with Gryphon’s shares soaring by 200% after the initial announcement. Notably, there was a 10% drop following the latest approval, signifying volatile investor sentiment. This merger highlights a significant financial shift thanks to key investors. $220 million has been raised, primarily backed by institutional heavyweights such as Winklevoss Capital and Hut 8 CEO Asher Genoot. As Genoot noted,
We are excited about the significant potential for this merger and the impact it will have on advancing BTC mining operations.
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Both firms’ focus on BTC could transform their market positioning. The merger echoes strategies of previous mining companies investing heavily in Bitcoin reserves. Implications include increased BTC market correlation similar to MicroStrategy’s approach. Future success of ABTC on Nasdaq will depend on financial, regulatory, and technological factors. Historical data suggests such mergers may lead to initial share price surges.
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