币界网报道：Cipher Mining (CIFR) has commenced Bitcoin production at its 300MW Black Pearl facility in Texas, achieving a key milestone with five operational mining centers. The Phase I deployment at 150MW currently delivers 2.5 EH/s, projected to reach 9.6 EH/s by Q3's end through equipment upgrades. Upon full operation, Cipher's total self-mining capacity will approach 23.1 EH/s. CEO Tyler Page highlighted completing the project ahead of schedule while maintaining low costs amid market volatility. The company's infrastructure pipeline includes 2.6GW capacity for potential Bitcoin mining and HPC clients. As post-halving competition intensifies, Cipher focuses on rapid, cost-effective scaling to maintain competitiveness. CIFR shares dropped 6.9% in regular trading but gained 1.9% after hours.