Silicon Valley-based startup Auradine has secured $153 million in an oversubscribed Series C funding round, pushing its total funding to over $300 million since its launch in 2022. The company is gaining traction for its energy-efficient hardware tailored to Bitcoin mining and AI infrastructure.
Major Investors Back Auradine’s Vision
The latest funding round was led by StepStone Group and drew participation from a wide range of high-profile backers, including:
- Maverick Silicon
- Premji Invest
- Samsung Catalyst Fund
- Qualcomm Ventures
- Mayfield
- MARA Holdings
- GSBackers
- Existing investors also returned to show continued confidence in the company
This influx of capital will accelerate Auradine’s growth as it scales production and expands its product line.
Expanding Into AI Networking
In a strategic move, Auradine launched a new business group called AuraLinks AI. This division focuses on creating open-standards-based networking solutions designed for next-gen AI data centers. These centers are facing rising demands for both bandwidth and efficient cooling systems.
By addressing these challenges, Auradine aims to play a key role in the future of AI infrastructure.
Cutting-Edge Products Powering Bitcoin Mining
Auradine has already made waves in the crypto space with its Teraflux™ 3nm Bitcoin miners, now used by more than 40 major Bitcoin data center operators. These miners feature advanced cooling solutions that boost efficiency and performance.
The company also unveiled the AH3880 system, a water-cooled mining solution capable of delivering up to 600 trillion hashing operations per second. This kind of power positions Auradine as a serious contender in high-performance mining hardware.
Industry Recognition and Future Outlook
Auradine’s innovation hasn’t gone unnoticed. The Global Semiconductor Alliance named it a “Start-Up to Watch” for 2025. The company is also contributing to next-gen standards as a member of both the Ultra Accelerator Link and Ultra Ethernet Link consortiums.
By combining sustainability, open standards, and rapid product innovation, Auradine is carving out a leadership position at the crossroads of cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence.
