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Fortitude Hires Former Hut 8 CEO Ahead of Public Listing

9/21/2026

The digital asset mining sector continues to consolidate as operators seek experienced leadership to navigate the upcoming capital markets.

Against this backdrop of sector-wide professionalization, Zcash-focused miner Fortitude has named Jaime Leverton, the former chief executive of Hut 8, to lead the company.

This move signals a strategic shift toward institutional-grade governance as Fortitude prepares for its planned public listing. Leadership Transition Leverton takes the helm at a critical juncture for the firm.

His appointment is designed to oversee the expansion of Fortitude's operational footprint. The company is currently focused on scaling its Zcash mining activities.

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