The UK is banning crypto donations to political parties. A new election bill aims to block this funding source. Supporters argue it prevents foreign influence and hidden money. Critics say it's an overreach that stifles new forms of participation. The debate centers on security versus innovation in political finance.
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Satellites spotted massive heat plumes. They're leaking from the US's biggest Bitcoin mining hub. This shows the immense energy these operations use. All that computing power generates a lot of waste heat. It's a clear sign of the industry's huge energy footprint.
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