Cipher Mining's proposed convertible notes make shareholder dilution a more concrete risk. It intends to offer $850 million of notes to fund Barber Lake and its HPC pipeline; conversion can be settled in cash, shares or both, with final terms pending. Stock-based compensation was $57 million last quarter against $24 million in revenue, raising the question of whether management rather than shareholders captures the upside. x.com x.comÂ