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RETRANSMISSION: HIVE Digital Technologies Welcomes Gabriel Lamas as Country President of Paraguay
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[{"type":"text","content":"RETRANSMISSION: HIVE Digital Technologies Welcomes Gabriel Lamas as Country President of ParaguayThis news release constitutes a \"designated news release\" for the purposes of the Company's prospectus supplement dated October 3, 2024 to its short form base shelf prospectus dated September 11, 2024.San Antonio, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - March 17, 2025) - HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. (TSXV: HIVE) (NASDAQ: HIVE) (FSE: YO0) (the \"Company\" or \"HIVE\") a leading innovator in sustainable blockchain infrastructure, is proud to announce the appointment of Gabriel Lamas as Country President of Paraguay. Mr. Lamas will lead HIVE's operations and expansion in the region in this role, reinforcing the Company's position as a frontrunner in high-performance computing and green energy-powered data centers.A Proven Leader in Infrastructure and EnergyGabriel Lamas, a highly accomplished electrical engineer, brings over 20 years of expertise in infrastructure, operations, and large-scale energy projects. Fluent in three languages, he is known for his technical acumen, leadership, and unwavering discipline. A devoted family man and dedicated athlete, Lamas starts every day with a 5 a.m. workout, a testament to his relentless drive—qualities that will define his leadership at HIVE.Lamas has played a pivotal role in shaping Latin America's digital and energy landscape. He led critical technical initiatives and large-scale operational projects as LATAM Director of Infrastructure and Operations and Global Director of Engineering and Design at Bitfarms Ltd. His leadership was also instrumental in the ITAIPU Retrofit Tender, where he oversaw the Basic Engineering phase and secured strategic contracts with top-tier contractors.At Paraguay's National Utility, ANDE, Lamas managed dam reservoir operations, national energy demand forecasting, and transmission grid optimization. His contributions to implementing SCADA-EMS control center systems significantly enhanced the country's energy infrastructure, reinforcing his reputation as a visionary in energy efficiency and digital transformation.Strategic Leadership For GrowthFrank Holmes, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of HIVE, underscored Lamas' vital role in driving the Company's success in Paraguay:\"As we become the largest private electricity consumer from ANDE, Paraguay's national utility, HI...