Energy
Earth Day 2022: Kevin O’Leary Discusses Crypto Mining and ESG
Kevin O’Leary discusses regulatory concerns regarding the environmental impact of crypto mining as the world observes Earth Day. O’Leary explains how projects like Bitzero in Norway are utilizing renewables like nuclear and hydro power. Plus, a conversation about the Canadian political landscape and the country’s crypto ecosystem.
Algorand Plans to Black Out Times Square Ahead of Earth Day
The Algorand Foundation will darken New York City’s Times Square ahead of Earth Day, aiming to debunk myths about the carbon impact of blockchain technology and bring awareness to the environmental costs of Times Square billboards.
Ethereum Merge Pushed Back: What to Expect
Galaxy Digital’s Christine Kim discusses Ethereum’s highly anticipated merge to proof-of-stake following a statement from core developer Tim Beiko that it will not be delivered in June. Kim explains the complexity of this shift, how it will reduce Ethereum’s energy consumption and the impact it could have on investors and traders.
Tesla, Blockstream, Block to Mine Bitcoin Using Solar Power in Texas
The project aims to show that bitcoin mining using 100% renewable energy can be done at scale, says Blockstream CEO Adam Back.
Sazmining CEO on Making BTC Mining Available to Retail Customers
Sazmining Inc. CEO & Founder William Szamosszegi explains how the company plans to open crypto mining to retail customers through a new eco-friendly platform. Plus, a conversation about the use of renewable energy for crypto mining.
A State Senator Is Pushing to Attract Bitcoin Miners to Oklahoma
John Michael Montgomery explains on CoinDesk TV’s “First Mover” why he thinks the Sooner State should offer tax incentives to crypto miners.
Oklahoma State Senator on Attracting BTC Miners With Tax Incentives
Oklahoma State Senator John Michael Montgomery explains why he is pushing the state to attract bitcoin miners with tax incentives. Montgomery addresses energy concerns, highlighting the state’s abundance of wind and natural gas while discussing what mining operations can do for property values and public services.
Bitcoiners Scoff at Chris Larsen's $5M Campaign to Force a BTC Code Change
The Ripple executive and allies at Greenpeace assume that all it takes for a fundamental change to bitcoin's code is getting 50 firms and core developers on board.
DA Davidson Cuts Miner Stronghold’s Target by 40% Ahead of Earnings
The stock is still “super cheap” compared to other mining peers, analyst says.
