Articles for tag: Bitcoin Mining, community development, Gridless, hydroelectric power, local economy, renewable energy, Zambia

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Bitcoin Mining: Empowering Rural Zambia with Sustainable Energy Solutions and Economic Growth

In the remote northwestern region of Zambia, a bitcoin mine operates near the Zambezi River, utilizing energy from the Zengamina hydroelectric plant. Before the Kenyan company Gridless arrived, excess power from the plant was wasted, making electricity costly for local residents. Now, Gridless’s mining operation generates 30% of the plant’s revenue, significantly benefiting the town ...

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HIVE Digital Technologies Reaches 6 EH/s Hashrate Milestone, Strengthening Its Position in Cryptocurrency Mining Industry

HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd., a leader in sustainable blockchain infrastructure, recently announced a significant achievement of 6.0 Exahashes per second in operational hashrate as of January 2, 2025, reflecting a 47% increase from the previous year. This growth comes from upgrading their Bitcoin mining fleet with advanced Avalon machines, enhancing both efficiency and output. HIVE ...

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