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

MIT Technology Review Narrated

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This chapter examines a Bitcoin mining initiative in Virunga National Park, Eastern Congo, intertwining cryptocurrency with conservation efforts. It highlights the challenges faced by rangers in protecting wildlife while navigating the economic and ecological complexities of the region.

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