BlackRock Multi-Sector Income Trust (BIT)

AKRON, Ohio , Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) (the "Company"), a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency company, today announced that it seeks to rebrand to SOLAI (NYSE: SLAI), a name that reflects the Company's strategic transformation and commitment to building an on-chain intelligent financial infrastructure. The new brand identity underscores the Company's evolution from a pure-play cryptocurrency miner into a broader digital assets company focused on next-generation blockchain infrastructure, decentralized finance, and smart contract innovation.

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AKRON, Ohio , Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) ("BIT Mining," "the Company," "we," "us," or "our company"), a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency infrastructure company, today reported its unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2025. On December 9, 2024, the Company completed the first closing of acquisition of cryptocurrency mining data centers and Bitcoin ("BTC") mining machines in Ethiopia.

AKRON, Ohio , Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) ("BIT Mining" or the "Company"), a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency infrastructure company, today announced that it plans to release its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, after the U.S. market close on Thursday, August 14, 2025. About BIT Mining Limited BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) is a technology-driven cryptocurrency asset company that is strategically transitioning its core business toward Solana ("SOL") treasury operations.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BIT--BlackRock Multi-Sector Income Trust (NYSE: BIT) (the "Fund") today announced that its Board of Trustees (the "Board") has approved the terms of the issuance of transferable rights ("Rights") to the holders of the Fund's common shares of beneficial interest (par value $0.001 per share) ("Shares") as of August 19, 2025 (the "Record Date"). Holders of Rights will be entitled to subscribe for additional Shares (the "Offer") at a discount to the market price of the Shares.

Company begins staking self-acquired SOL through newly launched validator, reinforcing long-term commitment to the Solana ecosystem AKRON, Ohio , Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) ("BIT Mining" or the "Company"), a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency infrastructure company, today announced the launch of its first Solana ("SOL") validator, alongside the initial purchase of 27,191 SOL (at an aggregate purchase price of approximately US$4.89 million) to establish the Company's growing SOL treasury. This milestone follows the Company's July 10 announcement outlining a strategic shift into the Solana ecosystem, backed by plans to raise up to $300 million for SOL acquisitions and infrastructure development.

BlackRock Multi-Sector Income Trust is now heavily overweight U.S. high yield, with over 75% sub-investment grade exposure and short duration. The fund delivered middle-of-the-pack performance versus peers over the past year, with leverage and asset mix helping to normalize returns. BIT currently trades near net asset value, with a typical premium/discount range of -6% to +6%, indicating fair valuation in the current market.

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AKRON, Ohio , July 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) ("BIT Mining" or the "Company"), a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency asset company , today announced the completion of the second phase of its previously-announced acquisition of crypto mining data centers and Bitcoin mining machines in Ethiopia. On December 3, 2024, the Company entered into a definitive agreement to acquire cryptocurrency mining data centers in Ethiopia.

An SOL treasury of up to $300 million will highlight strategic expansion AKRON, Ohio , July 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) ("BIT Mining" or the "Company"), a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency mining company, today announced a strategic shift with its expansion into the Solana ecosystem, marking a critical milestone in the Company's long-term growth trajectory. This transition positions BIT Mining to capture emerging opportunities across the broader blockchain value chain, while also attracting investors seeking exposure to the Solana ecosystem.

Rising yields and inflation risks make U.S. dollar-denominated bonds unattractive, challenging the traditional safe-haven status of bond funds. BlackRock Multi-Sector Income Trust offers a high yield and outperforms indices on total return, but lags closed-end peers and has high U.S. dollar exposure. Recent market shocks and downgrades highlight heightened risks for bondholders, with leverage amplifying downside in volatile environments.

AKRON, Ohio , April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) ("BIT Mining" or the "Company"), a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency mining company, today announced that it filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on April 29, 2025. The annual report can be accessed on the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov, as well as on the Company's investor relations website at ir.btcm.group.

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AKRON, Ohio, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) ("BIT Mining" or the "Company"), a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency mining company, today released its monthly mining production and operational updates for March 2025. Mining Production and Operations Highlights: In March, BIT Mining produced a total of 41.55 Bitcoin (BTC), consisting of 34.96 BTC for hosted clients and 6.59 BTC self-mined.

AKRON, Ohio , March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) ("BIT Mining" or "the Company" or "BTCM"), a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency mining company, today reported its monthly mining production and other operational updates for the month of February 2025. Mining Production and Operations Updates :  In February, BIT Mining produced a total of 42.56 Bitcoin (BTC), with 36.854 BTC generated for hosted clients and 5.708 BTC self-mined.

BlackRock Multi-Sector Income Trust (BIT) offers a 10.1% dividend yield but struggles with income generation, raising concerns about distribution sustainability and NAV growth. The fund's strategy involves leveraging income-oriented assets like high-yield bonds and securitized products, but high interest rates pose risks to its performance. BIT trades at a slight premium to NAV, yet its inability to fully cover distributions from net investment income questions the premium's justification.