The Norwegian government is planning a significant crackdown on cryptocurrency mining operations. At the center of the proposed regulation are facilities using the "proof-of-work" method, which underpins the Bitcoin network but is known for consuming vast amounts of energy. If approved, the ban could come into effect by fall 2025.
According to Norwegian Minister of Digitalization Karianne Tung, the goal is to free up the country's energy capacity for more efficient and productive sectors such as industry and artificial intelligence. “Crypto mining consumes a lot of electricity but brings little in terms of jobs or benefits to local communities,” Tung emphasized.
🔌 Bitcoin Mining vs. Efficiency
Norway has long been a hotspot for miners, thanks to its cheap and clean hydropower. Companies like Kryptovault operate data centers with capacities of up to 40 MW, and some recycle heat to dry wood or heat buildings. Despite this, the government now sees such mining as inefficient compared to other uses of power that contribute more to society.
📉 How Big Is Norway's Role in Bitcoin Mining?
Although the country is popular among miners, its global impact remains limited. Norway accounts for only about 0.74% of Bitcoin's total hash rate and ranks 11th globally among mining countries.
❗ What Would the Ban Mean for BTC?
In the short term, the impact might be minimal. But in the long run, such regulations add fuel to the global debate about the sustainability of cryptocurrency mining and whether decentralized finance should become more environmentally friendly.
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