Empery Digital Sells Half Its Bitcoin Holdings to Pivot Into AI Data Center: Shares Rise More Than 4% Amid Diversification Strategy

Jakarta, July 12, 2026 - Empery Digital Inc. NASDAQ: EMPD, a company that previously focused on Bitcoin treasury strategies, is taking a bold step by selling roughly half of its Bitcoin holdings. The proceeds are being used to invest in rapidly expanding AI data center infrastructure, a strategic pivot that the market welcomed right away.
Bitcoin Sale Worth US$87.1 Million
According to an official disclosure through a securities filing, Empery Digital sold 1,400 BTC since early May 2026 at an average price of US$62,200 per BTC. Total funds raised amounted to approximately US$87.1 million.
This sale cut the company’s Bitcoin holdings from about 2,914 BTC to 1,514 BTC, a roughly 48% reduction. Based on the latest prices, the remaining Bitcoin is currently worth around US$96.8 million.
The sale proceeds are allocated for:
Investment of US$65 million, representing 25% ownership in the property acquisition entity Midwest.
Repayment of debt of about US$10 million.
Operational costs, legal expenses, and other reserves.
Strategic Investment in 150 MW AI Data Centers
On June 30, 2026, Empery Digital announced a definitive agreement to invest US$65 million to acquire 25% equity in a private entity that acquires industrial facilities in the Midwestern United States. The facilities will be converted into advanced AI data centers with an initial power capacity of 150 MW, with potential expansion up to 300 MW.
The project is developed together with Hunt Properties. Notably, construction, power usage, and operations costs will be fully funded by prospective tenants of global hyperscalers under a triple net lease scheme. Empery’s commitment is limited to US$65 million for acquisition closing, scheduled for the third quarter of 2026.
Empery Digital co-CEO Ryan Lane described the deal as an exceptional opportunity to create long-term value through stable cash flows from AI infrastructure.
Shares Jump, Market Applauds the Pivot
The announcement had an immediate positive impact. EMPD shares rose more than 4.2% to about US$3.95 shortly after trading opened. Although the stock was briefly volatile and fell early in the announcement, investors appear to be welcoming the diversification into AI infrastructure amid a surge in computing demand.
The company also shut down its Bitcoin-only treasury dashboard, as the company’s valuation now includes AI infrastructure assets that generate long-term revenue, rather than exposure to Bitcoin alone.
Background and Next Steps
Empery Digital, which previously operated under the name Volcon and rebranded in 2025 to focus on Bitcoin treasury, is now evolving again. The company said it does not plan to increase its current Bitcoin holdings and may sell further to fund similar opportunities in the AI and high-performance computing sectors.
The move reflects a broader trend among crypto companies: leveraging digital assets to enter AI infrastructure, which is projected to face significant data center capacity shortages in the coming years.
Risks Highlighted by the Company:
Volatility in the crypto market.
Intense competition in the data center sector.
Availability of electricity power.
Project execution dependent on tenants.
Even so, management is confident this investment will widen the gap between the company’s net asset value (NAV) and its current market capitalization, creating value for shareholders.
Conclusion
Empery Digital’s pivot from a pure Bitcoin treasury into a combination of digital assets and AI infrastructure marks a new chapter in an era where AI and blockchain are becoming increasingly intertwined. With timely Bitcoin sales and a focus on tenant-funded projects, the company hopes to deliver more sustainable growth amid fast-changing market dynamics.
Investors are advised to monitor quarterly updates and the progress toward closing the Midwest deal. Amid AI hype, moves like this could act as a catalyst for other crypto treasury companies.
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