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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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White House Seeks Public Comments on Crypto ESG Concerns

The White House’s Office of Science and Technology Policy is seeking public commentary about crypto's energy and environmental impact, noting the potential for digital assets to aid climate change efforts. “The Hash” team discusses how public opinions could help regulators better understand Web 3 technology while commenting on the global trend of proof-of-work scrutiny. 

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¿Pueden los mineros de Cripto hacer que el mundo sea más verde?

A medida que se descarboniza, la industria minera podría ayudar a impulsar a los productores de energía a construir más fuentes de energía renovables.

Bitcoin mining can soak up renewable energy that is hard to transmit or consume locally, giving a leg up to energy producers. (Yunha)

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Could Arizona Be the Next Blockchain Innovation Hub?

AZ Bitcoin Network organizer Stephen Cole joins “Community Crypto” host Isaiah Jackson to discuss emerging crypto communities and growing use of bitcoin in Arizona. Plus, reactions to regulators reining in bitcoin’s energy consumption.

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Renewable Crypto Mining in the Italian Alps

As part of CoinDesk’s Mining Week content, Regulatory Reporter for Europe Sandali Handagama explains how crypto mining firms like the Alps Blockchain are using renewable hydropower in the mountainous regions of Italy. Handagama addresses the broader narrative of eco-friendly mining and the debate in the European Parliament on proof-of-work.

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