Power of Attorney for Jorge L. Ray

This filing is an exhibit (Exhibit 24) detailing a Power of Attorney granted by Jorge L. Ray, Chief Accounting Officer of Core Scientific, Inc., to Todd DuChene and Krista Rhynard. The Power of Attorney authorizes them to execute and file necessary documents with the SEC, including Forms 3, 4, 5, Schedules 13D and 13G, and Form 144, related to the reporting of transactions and holdings in Core Scientific, Inc. securities. It also grants authority to obtain information regarding the company's equity securities from third parties. The document clarifies that this authorization does not relieve Mr. Ray of his personal responsibility for compliance with securities laws and regulations. The Power of Attorney remains in effect until Mr. Ray is no longer required to file these reports, unless revoked earlier. The filing also notes that Mr. Ray holds 37,998 shares of Common Stock, represented by restricted stock units that vest in installments through March 2027.