2021-6-29 17:07 |
Numerous bitcoin miners have signed a pledge modeled on the Paris Climate Agreement called the Crypto Climate Accord (CCA). The private-industry led initiative commits signatories to “achieve net-zero emissions from... origin »
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In a guest appearance on the Unchained podcast, Miami’s Mayor expressed renewed interest in attracting bitcoin mining enterprises to the city. Even as the region grapples with climate change, Francis Suarez is confident that bitcoin mining is not to blame.
2021-3-29 12:44 | |
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The New York Department of Financial Services expects all firms, including virtual currency businesses, to start assessing climate change-associated financial risks.
2020-10-30 16:30 | |
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Favorable energy prices and a naturally cold climate are turning Siberia into an international hub for bitcoin miners.
2019-9-2 13:20 | |
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China is among the most preferred locations for cryptocurrency miners, owing to cheap electricity, low population, and cold climate provided by cities such as Sichuan. However, mining activity is now slowly falling due to the lack of enthusiasm for the same on the part of Chinese policymakers.
2019-7-11 04:30 | |
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Bitcoin (BTC) is the most popular virtual currency in the world, but there are some critics that complain that it is contributing to climate change. In order for Bitcoin to operate it needs miners to confirm transactions with ASIC hardware.
2019-6-15 18:56 | |
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Bitcoin miners in Canadian provinces which include British Columbia, Quebec, Manitoba, Alberta, and Labrador are enjoying the perks of low-cost energy incentives. The Canadian province fits perfectly to the needs of running a Bitcoin mining operation due to its cool climate and abundance of hydroelectric energy availability. The perfect mining condition is aided by the […]
2019-4-17 19:25 | |
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They’re doing it in British Columbia, Quebec, Manitoba, Alberta and Labrador — bitcoin miners in Canadian provinces are taking advantage of the country’s cool climate and abundant supplies of hydroelectric power.
2019-4-17 20:52 | |
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United States’ Missoula County, also referred to as a hub of five valleys, is planning to regulate cryptocurrency miners so that they comply with zoning and noise regulations and most importantly, forgo fossil fuel energy in an effort to reduce climate change, as reported by the local publication Missoulan on March 20.
2019-3-21 15:59 | |
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When it comes to bitcoin mining, Canada is a natural. A temperate climate helps to keep mining equipment cool, and plentiful renewable energy from hydroelectric dams gives Canadian provinces like British Columbia a natural advantage with cheaper electricity costs.
2018-12-22 21:41 | |
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The government of Transnistria has recognized the importance of cryptocurrency mining for the territory’s economy and budget. The unrecognized republic in Eastern Moldova now plans to expand the industry by attracting more miners with a crypto-friendly business climate and favorable regulations.
2018-12-18 19:55 | |
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The majority of bitcoin miners — about 78 percent — use renewable energy to power their mining operations, while preventing surplus electricity from going to waste in countries such as China, a new study by Coinshares has revealed.
2018-12-2 02:00 | |
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Access to cheap electricity and a relatively cooler climate makes a city or county a more preferred location for cryptocurrency miners. The power-heavy industry needs electricity not only to power its miners but also to keep facilities cool.
2018-10-28 16:29 | |
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Iceland has been a hotbed for bitcoin and other cryptocurrency miners due to its very cold climate and the availability of cheap power supply. However, 2018 has seen a shift of interest from bitcoin mining to core blockchain ventures in the country, partly due to the slump in the price of bitcoin, reported Red Herring on September 23, 2018.
2018-9-25 09:00 | |
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Debate continues to rage about the best practices and strategies needed to collectively curb carbon emissions. Blockchain tech can help. As cryptocurrencies grow in popularity, so does the debate about their energy usage.
2018-9-21 02:00 | |
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A newly released study asserts a large amount of electricity is eaten up as Bitcoin is exchanged and mined. The author suggests these consumption habits could be churning out enough carbon emissions to affect global climate change.
2018-8-9 09:00 | |
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Ethereum Co-Founder Vitalik Buterin has responded to rising concerns about the uncertainty of the chain’s scaling roadmap and its impact on future gas (transaction) prices. His proposal? Have aThe post Why Vitalik’s 'gas futures market' idea has split experts appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Zcash’s bullish sentiment improved as the broader market rebounded and buyers extended the recent breakout attempt. Strong intraday momentum and a rise in long-side positioning added pressure to theThe post Zcash jumps 16% yet liquidity warns caution – Can ZEC break $385? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission [CFTC] has launched a pilot program that allows digital assets—including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDC—to be used as collateral in regulated derivatives markThe post Bitcoin and Ethereum cleared as collateral under new CFTC program appeared first on AMBCrypto.
With crypto token buybacks at full throttle across the market, Ethena Labs continued its aggressive accumulation of ENA. That steady purchasing supported price stability, and the team returned toThe post Ethena Labs cuts ENA’s exchange supply - $0.
Bitcoin For Corporations [BFC] has formally urged MSCI to withdraw its proposed digital-asset exclusion rule, arguing that it risks removing dozens of legitimate companies from major global indexes siThe post ‘This proposal unfairly targets a single asset class’ — Bitcoin For Corporations challenges MSCI appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Double Zero, the infrastructure blockchain, could be witnessing a turnaround after a month-long decline that saw its value drop by 25%. Recent data showed that its performance has been growing steadiThe post Double Zero climbs 10% after 25% drop - 2Z’s turnaround begins? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
XRP had a tense week as whales offloaded 510 million tokens, triggering intense debate over whether the market could absorb the sudden supply shock. Over several sessions, whales keep trimming poThe post XRP stays resilient despite 510mln sell-off – Why THIS zone matters now appeared first on AMBCrypto.