Vilonia, Arkansas. Population: roughly 4,500. It's a blip on the map for most, another small town trying to hold onto its identity in a rapidly changing world. What transpired in Vilonia is far from a small deal. They did just beat the crypto mining juggernaut – twice – and save...
You know that rosy scenario marketeers laid out for Bitcoin mining going green, running off sunshine and rainbows? Yeah, well, reality check: it's more like a scene from Mad Max, only with server farms instead of war rigs. We were promised a digital utopia, but what we're getting is environmental...
Many residents of Granbury, Texas, are suffering from a host of debilitating health problems. They point fingers at the never-ending whirr and hum of the new MARA-owned bitcoin mine located right next door. A recent town hall meeting turned the community members’ rising concerns into reality. Time and again, attendees...
Bitcoin, the first and most prominent cryptocurrency, has changed the way we think about money. It provides a decentralized, secure method of transacting that is second to none. Behind the digital glitz lies a dirty secret: the significant health costs associated with Bitcoin mining. Jason will break down the surprising...
Cryptocurrency mining facilities have recently flooded communities around the world, making them a new and rather unpopular sight. These kinds of operations search for locations with the lowest cost and excess electricity. They hold the promise of economic benefits, but they come attached with a trove of worries. KnowingCoin.com is...
Alright now, let’s get to Uminers and their major move in Ethiopia. On the surface, it sounds fantastic: bringing Bitcoin mining to a country where financial sovereignty is desperately needed, using advanced tech, and even offering zero-interest loans to get miners started. Something feels off, doesn't it? Or, in seeking...
