Texas Bitcoin miners, including Riot Platforms, sue EIA over mandatory energy consumption survey.

Texas Bitcoin mining companies, including Riot Platforms, have sued the US Department of Energy's Energy Information Administration (EIA) over a mandatory survey on their energy consumption, claiming it to be an "unprecedented and illegal data collection demand." The EIA had asked for details such as specifications of machines and locations of mining operations. The lawsuit, filed by the Texas Blockchain Council, highlights concerns over government overreach and politically motivated administrative actions.

February 23, 2024
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