The U.S. Government Seems to Be Closing in on Bitcoin Mining

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has raised eyebrows with its recent move to closely examine bitcoin mining activities. In particular, the Energy Information Administration (EIA), a division under the DOE, has initiated an emergency data collection survey on the electricity consumption of selected U.S.-based miners. This development has sparked concerns within the crypto community, as some fear it could lead to policies detrimental to the mining industry.

Highlights

• The Emergency Data Collection
• Halvening and Environmental Concerns
• Potential Ramifications on Mining Industry Policies
• Environmental Concerns and Global Perspectives
• The Biden Administration’s Climate Agenda
• Public Perception: Bridging the Gap Between Skepticism and Advocacy

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The Emergency Data Collection

The EIA’s “emergency” data collection order, spurred by the recent surge in crypto prices, has triggered speculations about the motives behind it. The agency expressed concerns…