Bitcoin demand could see energy crisis

By Liz Hobday
Updated May 8 2021 - 8:34am, first published 8:30am
Bitcoin mining operations worldwide now use enough electricity to power countries.
Bitcoin mining operations worldwide now use enough electricity to power countries.

Bitcoin could spark an energy crisis according to one tech expert, while others argue it's a big opportunity for green power.

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