CleanSpark stock jumps on Texas land deal for 600-MW AI data center buildout
NEW YORK, Jan 14, 2026, 11:44 EST — Regular session CleanSpark shares surged Wednesday after the bitcoin miner revealed plans to acquire up to 447 acres in Texas for a major data center focused on AI and high-performance computing. The stock climbed 8.8% to $13.66 in late-morning Nasdaq trading. (CleanSpark Investor Relations) The announcement arrives as miners search for a fresh opportunity. AI computing is gobbling up power, grid connections, and real estate, while bitcoin miners hold substantial energy contracts that could be redirected if the numbers make sense. CleanSpark announced its Brazoria County site near Houston includes a long-term