Riot Platforms, a major Bitcoin mining company, is set to acquire its competitor Bitfarms for $950 million, accusing Bitfarms' founders of neglecting shareholder interests. Riot's offer of $2.3 per share values the acquisition at $950 million, with Bitfarms' shareholders poised to own up to 17% of the combined entity. The Colorado-based Riot Platforms revealed the proposal, made privately in late April, was rejected by Bitfarms' board without substantial dialogue. Additionally, Riot highlights concerns from a $27 million lawsuit by former Bitfarms CEO Geoffrey Morphy, questioning whether Bitfarms' directors are prioritizing shareholder interests.