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New York’s New Mining Ban Begins the War Against Crypto’s Climate Sins
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The Empire State just banned one of the most popular forms of cryptocurrency mining. It could be a harbinger for more widespread legislation through the nation.
Audrey Carleton
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Jun. 15 2022
8:04PM EDT
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