Bitmain’s US Cryptocurrency Mining Operation Receives Clearance

Originally published at: https://toshitimes.com/bitmains-us-cryptocurrency-mining-operation-receives-clearance/

Bitmain has applied to lease land in rural Washington, in an effort to set up a mining operation on the US mainland. The Chinese mining giant is reportedly interested in access to the cheap hydroelectric power available in the state – however, some residents are expressing concerns regarding the massive amounts of electricity needed for…