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Bitcoin mining
The federal government wants to know how much electricity crypto uses. Crypto firms aren't happy.
by
Henry Epp
Feb 5, 2024
The feds want data from crypto miners. The miners may file suit to block the request.
Sanctions and strong ruble challenge Russia's crypto mining industry
by
Levi Bridges
Aug 9, 2022
A cold climate and cheap energy have made Russia a destination for bitcoin mining. But new factors confront its cryptocurrency efforts.
Crypto industry finds itself in the thick of local fights over greenhouse gas emissions
by
Lily Jamali
Jul 1, 2022
New York's denial of a power plant permit highlights what's at stake for the crypto industry and communities fighting to meet climate goals.
New York state awaits governor's decision on partial crypto mining moratorium
by
Lily Jamali
Jun 23, 2022
The 2-year moratorium prevents the repurposing of fossil-fuel burning power plants into crypto mining operations.
Crypto miners use natural gas "stranded" in wells to power energy-hungry rigs
by
Andy Uhler
Mar 25, 2022
Usually the gas is burned off at the well. Environmentalists say using it for mining incentivizes more drilling.
Crypto miners came to upstate New York for cheap energy. Some regret letting them come.
by
Lily Jamali
Mar 11, 2022
The miners have blown through one town's allocation of cheap power, while another has put a moratorium on new mining operations.
How bitcoin mining works
by
Matt Levin
Mar 4, 2022
Ingredients: Tens of thousands of powerful computers, enough energy to power all of Poland. Yield: More than $30 million in newly minted bitcoin every day.