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Proof-of-Work
European Parliament Postpones Vote on Crypto Regulations Indefinitely
A leaked draft has drawn criticism for including a provision that sought to ban the use of cryptocurrencies that rely on proof-of-work.
The Case for Taxing Proof-of-Work
Most bitcoin owners aren't cypherpunks and don't require an energy-intensive consensus mechanism. A tax would shift them on to sensible alternatives. This post is part of CoinDesk's Tax Week.
EU Parliamentarians Push to Limit Bitcoin Use Over Energy Concerns
A provision added to a draft regulatory package calls for the restriction of cryptocurrencies that use proof-of-work consensus mechanisms.
Warren Targets 6 More Crypto Miners for Their Energy Use
The crypto miners welcomed the dialogue on the environmental issues of mining with the Massachusetts senator.
Luxor Starts Ethereum Mining Pool as Proof-of-Stake Shift Looms
Luxor also started an advocacy group for Ethereum to remain on the proof-of-work consensus mechanism.
Tezos Co-Founder on Carbon Footprint, Proof-of-Work vs. Proof-of-Stake
Kathleen Breitman, co-founder of the Tezos blockchain, explains how their protocol utilizes proof-of-stake to maintain energy efficiency. Plus, her opinion on the ongoing debate in the crypto space about how proof-of-stake compares to proof-of-work.
Valkyrie Exec. Unpacks House Hearing on Energy Impacts of Blockchains
Valkyrie Chief Investment Officer Steven McClurg discusses his reactions to Thursday's House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing on the energy use of crypto mining. Plus, thoughts on the threat of a 51% attack on Bitcoin, criticisms about proof-of-work mining, and a wider outlook for the mining industry.
EU Markets Regulator Reportedly Calls for Ban on Proof-of-Work Crypto Mining
Energy-intensive proof-of-work crypto mining should be banned in the European Union (EU), according to the vice chair of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) Erik Thedéen. “The Hash” panel discusses the differences between proof-of-work and proof-of-stake mining following the latest bitcoin energy debate.
EU Markets Regulator Calls for Ban on Proof-of-Work Crypto Mining: Report
Erik Thedéen said that EU regulators should nudge the crypto industry towards the less energy-intensive proof-of-stake mining.
Norway Considers Backing Swedish Crypto Mining Ban Proposal, Hints Minister
Swedish regulators think crypto mining is impeding the Paris Climate Agreement goals.
