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The Sunday Debate: Blockchain, Quantum Leap Forward or Digital Snake Oil?

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The Energy Dilemma of Blockchain Technology

This chapter explores the environmental impact of blockchain technology, emphasizing the high energy demands of cryptocurrency mining. It critically assesses the sustainability of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, questioning whether their energy consumption is justifiable amidst global electricity challenges.

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