Washington State in the US is beginning to address crypto mining with more concern with two counties conducting moratoriums to prevent further applications from mining firms.
As reported recently by Bitcoin News, the state is known for its cheap electricity tariffs and has attracted more mining activity than certain counties are prepared to tolerate. In one particular instance, an authorized miner used an abandoned apartment in the Washington town of Wenatchee and used up to 20 times the usual reading in only one month, prompting further investigation by local police.
Chelan County PUD Commissioner Steve McKenna stated that he was concerned due to the risk posed to the community by illegal mining and the use of power as a result, but assured that those using power with “legitimate requests” were not under discussion.
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