Electricity Rates Increase 30% For Bitcoin Miners In Washington
As Bitcoin mining operations require more high degree of electricity than any other consumers, County Public Utility District (PUD) Commissioners have approved a bill this week to charge Bitcoin miners in Chelan County, Washington, with increased rates for electricity. As per the report of 560 KPQ on June 8, the approved bill implies around a […]
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