In the heart of the Texas oil country, a new revolution is taking place. But instead of oil rigs and derricks, it’s the whirring sound of computer fans that fills the air. Welcome to the world’s biggest bitcoin mine, a phenomenon that is disrupting the sleepy town of Rockdale. Located in Milam County, Texas, Rockdale… Continue reading The World’s Biggest Bitcoin Mine Is Rattling This Texas Oil Town
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Controversial Lithium Mine Moves Forward in Nevada
Residents of Nevada are simultaneously outraged and unsurprised after a lithium mining operation received approval from federal regulators late last month. The mine in question, which is located northeast of Reno, has been the target of intense local opposition since its proposed construction was announced in 2018. The project had been initially halted due to… Continue reading Controversial Lithium Mine Moves Forward in Nevada