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Crypto Mining Surge and Erratic Weather Strain Laos’ Power Grid
17.5.2024
A report released on May 16 highlights how increased electricity consumption due to crypto mining and inconsistent rainfall have led to power shortages in Laos, challenging its goals as a hydropower exporter in Southeast Asia. Reuters: Increased Crypto Mining Strains Laos’ Hydropower Grid...
US Blocks Chinese-Backed Crypto Mining Firm From Owning Land Near Wyoming Missile Base
14.5.2024
President Joe Biden has issued an order blocking MineOne, a majority Chinese-backed cryptocurrency mining firm from owning land near a strategic nuclear missile base in Wyoming due to security concerns.
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Report: Russian Authorities Propose Steep Fines for Crypto Miners Operating in Residential Apartments
14.5.2024
Russian authorities have reportedly proposed to impose hefty fines on suspected crypto miners operating from residential properties. Authorities may also consider including amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses which imposes liability on those misusing electricity. Proposed Measures...
Biden Orders Chinese-Backed Crypto Mining Firm to Divest Land Near US Missile Base
14.5.2024
President Joe Biden has issued an order that blocks Mineone Partners Ltd., a Chinese-backed cryptocurrency mining company, from owning land near Wyoming’s Francis E. Warren Air Force Base, which is a strategic missile base. This measure requires the divestment of land used for crypto mining...
U.S. Blocks China-Tied Crypto Miners as 'National Security Risk' Near Nuke Base
13.5.2024
President Joe Biden ordered a cryptocurrency mining facility near Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming to halt operations on Monday, calling it a threat to national security
Bitfarms Fires CEO Geoffrey Morphy Following $27 Million Lawsuit
13.5.2024
Bitfarms has ousted its CEO Geoffrey Morphy after he filed a $27 million lawsuit against the Bitcoin miner, the Toronto-based firm announced Monday. News of Morphy's ousting comes amidst decreased Bitcoin production values for public crypto mining companies following last month's halving event.
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Russian Energy Firms Prepares to ‘Hunt’ Private Crypto Miners
13.5.2024
Russian energy firms are preparing to “hunt down” and crack down on people mining cryptoassets at home, a report claimed on May 12.
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BlockDAG’s X1 app June 1st launch to take the lead in crypto mining innovation, surpassing Near Protocol and Aptos
12.5.2024
Are you looking to transform your smartphone into an efficient crypto-mining device without draining its battery or consuming excessive data? Look no further than BlockDAG and its pioneering X1 app, setting new standards in the crypto mining industry. As the beta release on June 1st draws near...
Marathon Digital misses Q1 estimates on bad weather, utility failures
10.5.2024
The Bitcoin miner’s top line came below expectations due to “unexpected equipment failures” and worse-than-predicted weather at multiple mining sites
Kenya Appoints Marathon Digital as Consultant for Cryptocurrency Regime and Mining Energy Needs
7.5.2024
Kenyan President William Ruto has announced that his government has appointed Marathon Digital, a U.S.-based Bitcoin mining company, as its consultant.
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Marathon Digital, Kenyan government discuss crypto policy, energy use
6.5.2024
The Kenyan president announced the talks at an American business summit in Nairobi attended by the U.S. commerce secretary
Bitcoin Miner Riot Platforms Records Modest Revenue Gain Despite 36% Decrease in Mined BTC
3.5.2024
Riot Platforms Inc., an integrated bitcoin mining company, reported revenues exceeding $79.3 million in the first quarter of 2024. The revenue increase was slight, rising from $73.2 million to $79.3 million. Remarkably, this was achieved even as Riot Platforms experienced a 36% decrease in...
Sen. Warren Warns US Military Officials, Claims Iranian Crypto Mining Supports Terrorism
3.5.2024
Two US Senators have together warned that this “ongoing activity by the Iranian government threatens our national security.”
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U.S. Senate's Warren Warns National Security Chiefs About Iranian Crypto Mining
2.5.2024
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), one of the most prominent critics of cryptocurrency hazards, warned the top military and financial officials that Iran relies on digital assets mining as a source of revenue that can lessen the pressure from U.S. sanctions
Arkansas bills reining in crypto miners heads for governor approval
2.5.2024
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders is expected to sign the bills into law which will regulate miners’ noise, water use and licensing
Proposed US bill wouldn’t allow taxing block rewards at acquisition
1.5.2024
If incorporated into U.S. tax law, the bill would require block rewards from proof-of-work and proof-of-stake networks to be taxed when sold rather than when they were acquired
Coal Miner Alliance Resource Dabbles In Crypto Mining, Mines 425 BTC
30.4.2024
The $2.8 billion coal giant said that it is mining bitcoin with the excess power it generates
New Russian Law Will Legalize Industrial Crypto Miners, Limit Private Mining
30.4.2024
Russian lawmakers are set to legalize the nation’s industrial crypto mining sector, but could impose limits on home-based “private” miners.
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Thailand Authorities Seize Over $5M Worth of Crypto Mining Devices in Electricity Theft Investigation
29.4.2024
Thai authorities recently cracked down on a crypto mining operation suspected of stealing electricity. The raid in Samut Sakhon and Ratchaburi netted over 650 mining devices valued at more than $5m.
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SEC sues Bitcoin miner Geosyn, accusing founders of $5.6M fraud
26.4.2024
The SEC alleged Geosyn Mining’s co-founders misappropriated $1.2 million of its investors’ funds, spending it on holidays, nightclubs and firearms