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Gorillas, militias, and Bitcoin: Why Congo’s most famous national park is betting big on crypto

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Bitcoin Mining: A Controversial Conservation Strategy in Virunga National Park

This chapter explores the integration of cryptocurrency mining in Virunga National Park as a revenue generator to support local communities amid conflict. It examines the construction of hydroelectric plants and the implications for conservation and development, alongside the challenges and criticisms faced in the region.

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