BitMine Immersion Technologies Inc. (BMNR) saw its stock price surge 5.50% during intraday trading on Friday, marking a significant upward movement for the cryptocurrency-related company.
The rally in BMNR shares was part of a broader surge in crypto stocks, which jumped in morning trading following geopolitical developments. According to market reports, crypto stocks rallied as Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route, which appears to have spurred increased interest in alternative assets like cryptocurrencies.