Exhibit 16.1

May 22, 2023

Securities and Exchange Commission
100 F Street, N.E.
Washington, DC 20549

Commissioners:

We have read the statements made by Riot Platforms, Inc. under Item 4.01 of its Form 8-K dated May 18, 2023. We agree with the statements concerning our Firm in such Form 8-K; we are not in a position to agree or disagree with other statements of Riot Platforms, Inc. contained therein.

Very truly yours,

/s/ Marcum LLP

Marcum LLP