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International Business Times
International Business Times
Business
Marvie Basilan

Bitfarms Announces 'Poison Pill' To Block Potential Riot Platforms Hostile Takeover

Bitfarms rejected Riot Platforms' acquisition proposal, saying $950 million was an undervaluation. (Credit: Bitfarms Website/Screenshot)

KEY POINTS

  • Bitfarms said it believes the proposed acquisition amount was undervaluing the company
  • Riot said it is concerned about the recent legal issues between Bitfarms and its former CEO
  • Riot was recently shorted by Kerrisdale Capital, which said the miner is headed for a 'collapse'

Bitcoin mining firm Bitfarms has announced it will adopt a shareholder rights plan, also called a "poison pill," in a bid to prevent the potential hostile takeover as proposed by Bitcoin mining titan Riot Platforms.

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