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Core Scientific Closes $500 Million Morgan Stanley Loan to Speed AI Data Center Pivot

The 364-day facility at SOFR plus 2.50% boosts liquidity for site conversions funded in part by recent bitcoin sales.

Overview

  • Core Scientific completed an initial $500 million, 364-day loan facility with an accordion that could lift total commitments to $1 billion.
  • Borrowings under the agreement are priced at the Secured Overnight Financing Rate plus 2.50%.
  • Proceeds will fund equipment purchases, pre-development work, land acquisitions, and new energy supply agreements for high-density colocation.
  • The company sold roughly 1,900 BTC for about $175 million in January, holds around 630 BTC, and plans to monetize most remaining reserves during 2026 to support the buildout.
  • Facilities in Texas, Georgia, and North Carolina are being converted for AI workloads, with CEO Adam Sullivan saying the financing strengthens liquidity and accelerates ready-for-service timelines.