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Bitcoin miners are at a crucial crossroads as they face tough market conditions. While major miners like Marathon Digital (MARA) and Riot Platforms (RIOT) have increased their share of Bitcoin mined, their stock prices remain stagnant due to reduced profit margins after the recent Bitcoin halving. In contrast, miners diversifying into artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC), such as Core Scientific, have seen stock gains of up to 25%. As investor interest shifts towards those leveraging data centers for AI, traditional miners must decide whether to adapt or risk falling behind in a competitive market.