Bitcoin (BTC) may be the last thing one might consider when thinking about ways to ensure a clean-energy future. This has especially become the case following a tweet sent by tech entrepreneur Elon Musk back in May, in which he stated that Tesla would stop accepting BTC payments due to the increasing usage of fossil fuels for mining. Yet raising awareness around the high energy … [Read more...] about Renewably sourced Bitcoin may ensure a clean energy future
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Miami mayor offers city’s clean nuclear power to Chinese Bitcoin miners
With Bitcoin (BTC) mining concentration expanding in North America, Miami mayor Francis Suarez is looking to position his city as a hub for crypto mining activity.Speaking to CNBC on Thursday, Mayor Suarez said he is inviting foreign mining companies to consider establishing data centers in the city.According to Suarez, Miami’s ample nuclear electricity supply should attract … [Read more...] about Miami mayor offers city’s clean nuclear power to Chinese Bitcoin miners
Square says Bitcoin mining is “key to clean energy future”
Bitcoin mining farms and renewable energy facilities can greatly help each other to create an “abundant, clean energy future,” according to a joint research report published by payments company Square and asset manager Ark Invest yesterday.Today is the day we turned the tables on the bitcoin energy debate: https://t.co/QjUzqmuCSS pic.twitter.com/gfd3lw9RhD— Miles Suter … [Read more...] about Square says Bitcoin mining is “key to clean energy future”
Argo Blockchain to launch clean energy Bitcoin mining pool
Publicly-traded cryptocurrency mining firm Argo Blockchain will launch a Bitcoin (BTC) mining pool powered solely by clean energy, the company announced on March 26. Argo has partnered with fellow eco-friendly mining firm DMG Blockchain to create Terra Pool — a Bitcoin mining pool consisting of a hash rate derived from both company’s hydroelectric power sources, which the firm … [Read more...] about Argo Blockchain to launch clean energy Bitcoin mining pool