A closer look at cryptocurrency mining in Arkansas - KUAF 91.3
Oct 30, 2023 · There seems to be three major concerns with the bitcoin mining facilities that are cropping up around Arkansas. The first is a strain on utilities, such as water. Terry Don Robinson is the mayor of Wooster, Arkansas. A crypto mine is located in Greenbrier, but it gets its water from neighboring Wooster.
A closer look at crypto mining sites as it raises concerns for many ...
Jul 25, 2024 · LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The rising crypto world is a seemingly complex one, but the concerns from many Arkansans are simple: What’s going on at these crypto mining sites, and why all the noise? KARK 4 News has an inside look at the site where the newly emerging world of bitcoin is said to be giving Wall Street a run for its money.
Digging Deeper: What’s Behind Arkansas Crypto Miners?
Sep 6, 2023 · Recently, the number of crypto-mining newcomers in neighboring Arkansas has also started to grow. Ten crypto mining sites opened within the past eighteen months before the local legislature passed a crypto-friendly law in April 2023.
Two resolutions aiming to regulate crypto mining sites in Arkansas ...
Apr 18, 2024 · Community members in DeWitt gather to stop cryptocurrency mining site from going in Both Bryant’s and Irvin’s bills would ensure foreign adversaries have 0% ownership over sites in Arkansas, rather than the 15% Bryant initially said in our interview a few weeks ago.
Cryptocurrency is making lots of noise, literally - CBS News
Apr 25, 2024 · The peace and quiet of rural Bono, Arkansas, has been shattered by a loud and incessant mechanical buzzing sound created by a bitcoin mine. Residents are HODL.
Natural State or 'Bitcoin State?' Rural Arkansas County ... - KATV
Oct 11, 2023 · Arkansas' government opened the door for crypto-mining businesses in the state with the recently signed into law Act 851, which severely limits the local government's ability to regulate...
New Arkansas laws regulate cryptocurrency mining - KUAR
May 13, 2024 · Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed two laws regulating cryptocurrency mining in Arkansas, following months of outcry from lawmakers and their constituents.
Crypto mining bills advance through Arkansas legislature, …
May 1, 2024 · Arkansas cryptocurrency mining law to face possible changes in 2025 regarding foreign ownership. The first bill passed Wednesday by House members addresses the noise and water complaints,...
Senate Approves New Regulations for Crypto Mining and ... - Arkansas …
May 1, 2024 · The Senate bills require crypto mines to install equipment or build coverings that will reduce noise levels. Neighbors who live within 2,000 feet of a digital asset mining business will have standing to file lawsuits in circuit court.
Arkansas Senate now passes bill to restrict crypto-mining - thv11.com
Apr 15, 2024 · LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Crypto-mining has been making noise at the Arkansas State Capitol this week as the Senate passed a bill on Monday that could bring more oversight and even slap fees on the...
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