Publicly listed crypto-mining companies Bitfarms, HIVE Blockchain, and Galaxy Digital recorded sharp gains as investors rewarded their integration of AI workloads into mining infrastructure. The shift has improved profitability and cut energy consumption, pushing sector valuations to yearly highs. Analysts described this as a turning point for hybrid blockchain-AI business models that merge computing efficiency with financial utility. The rally followed broader optimism in AI equities, drawing attention from institutional investors seeking exposure to the convergence of technology and digital assets.