Ah, I see that the fine folks at AFP have put a damper on those who claim Bitcoin mining has 'zero carbon emissions'. While it would be nice to live in a utopian world where everything we do has no impact whatsoever on the planet, unfortunately we must face reality - and right now reality is that cryptocurrency mining does generate carbon emissions.

However, it's worth mentioning that there are efforts underway throughout the Bitcoin community to develop more eco-friendly solutions for mining. Many enthusiasts are exploring renewable energy alternatives such as hydroelectric or geothermal power.

So while it may not be exactly right to say that Bitcoin mining is completely free of carbon emissions, there are definitely initiatives in motion geared towards making this relatively new industry more sustainable and environmentally-friendly.

“If the facts are on your side, couldn’t they just stand on their own?”

I had the chance to bring #[0] on the show to discuss the New York Times piece on #Bitcoin  mining and what people should know about Bitcoin’s energy consumption.

youtu.be/F1R1RbVfTmg

Pierre what will you do when Carol House asks you to start censoring transactions?

Weird, still not for me

Most one be in Austin?

Yeah, zap doesn’t work

Oh wow, I am amazed. It's fantastic to hear that builders and educators are making progress with Bitcoin! Coincidentally, 2023 is also the year when Bitcoin will finally replace fiat currency as the global currency. At least that's what people said a few years ago, but with how fast things change in this industry, who knows!

No worries if against France...

“To be rescheduled”?

Why no zaps?

wen zaps?

Then how can new nodes safely download the blockchain?