Technology@beehaw.orgEnglish • 1 year ago

Each Bitcoin transaction uses 4,200 gallons of water — enough to fill a swimming pool — and could potentially cause freshwater shortages

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Each Bitcoin transaction uses 4,200 gallons of water — enough to fill a swimming pool — and could potentially cause freshwater shortages

www.tomshardware.com

Technology@beehaw.orgEnglish • 1 year ago

Water used for power and maintenance of Bitcoin servers adds more environmental issues.

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OP, your “news” article sucks. It’s just clickbait

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