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<img src="https://academy-public.coinmarketcap.com/optimized-uploads/a4fd58eaa6da4544a1f190b039f8964f.png" />Image Source: DALL-EWhile Bitcoin mining has come under considerable scrutiny for its environmental impact, it&#39;s essential to avoid exaggerating its hazards beyond those posed by traditional solid mineral extraction, such as gold mining. Here&#39;s why:Scale and Visibility:Bitcoin mining&#39;s environmental impact often garners attention due to its visibility in the digital asset space. However, the scale of gold mining operations globally is vast, often involving massive open-pit mines and extensive chemical processing. While Bitcoin mining&#39;s energy consumption is notable, the widespread and visible effects of gold mining on landscapes and ecosystems cannot be underestimated compared to Bitcoin’s.Ecological Footprint:Gold mining&#39;s ecological footprint extends beyond energy consumption and electronic waste. It includes habitat destruction, deforestation, soil erosion, and the use of harmful chemicals, which have enduring impacts on biodiversity and water quality. Bitcoin mining&#39;s environmental impact, while significant, is more concentrated in energy use and e-waste generation, with fewer direct ecological consequences.Historical Context:Gold mining has a long history of environmental degradation, spanning centuries and leaving lasting scars on landscapes and communities. In comparison, Bitcoin mining is a relatively nascent industry, and its environmental challenges are still evolving. While it&#39;s crucial to address the environmental impact of Bitcoin mining, it&#39;s equally important to contextualize it within the broader history and scale of resource extraction.Innovation and Mitigation Efforts:Both Bitcoin and gold mining industries are exploring innovations and mitigation strategies to reduce their environmental footprints. From the adoption of renewable energy sources in Bitcoin mining operations to the development of more sustainable mining practices in the gold industry, efforts are underway to address environmental concerns across both sectors. As technology advances, opportunities for reducing environmental impact will continue to emerge in both industries.While scrutiny of Bitcoin mining&#39;s environmental impact is warranted, it should not be exaggerated beyond that of solid minerals such as gold. Both industries pose environmental challenges that require attention and action. By fostering equitable scrutiny and promoting sustainability across all resource extraction sectors, we can work towards a more balanced and responsible approach to managing our planet&#39;s natural resources.Catch up on our published articles for the week!NEWS<ul><li>Crypto Stakeholder Downplays US Government’s Planned Bitcoin Sale, Points to Grayscale’s Massive Outflows &gt;&gt;&gt;<a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/crypto-stakeholder-downplays-us-governments-planned-bitcoin-sale-points-to-grayscales-massive-outflows/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Learn more. </a></li><li>SatoshiVM (SAVM) Records Massive Price Drop After Controversy On IDO Process &gt;&gt;&gt;<a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/satoshivm-savm-records-massive-price-drop-after-controversy-on-ido-process/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Learn more </a></li><li>New Digital Pound Legislation Will Protect Users’ Privacy – UK Government &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/new-digital-pound-legislation-will-protect-users-privacy-uk-government/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more </a></li><li>Tesla’s Q4 2023 Financial Report: No Bitcoin Transactions in Q4 2023 Amidst Market Volatility &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/teslas-q4-2023-financial-report-no-bitcoin-transactions-in-q4-2023-amidst-market-volatility/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more </a></li><li>Invesco and WisdomTree slash fees on European Exchange-Traded Funds as competition reaches Europe &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/invesco-and-wisdomtree-slash-fees-on-european-exchange-traded-funds-as-competition-reaches-europe/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more </a></li><li>Bitcoin Prices Hit Seven-Day Low Following ETF-Induced Surge, Now Trades Around $39k &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/bitcoin-prices-hit-seven-day-low-following-etf-induced-surge-now-trades-around-39k/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more </a></li><li>Spot Bitcoin ETF Update: BlackRock’s $IBIT Dominates Inflows, GBTC Faces $3.4 Billion Outflows in a Week &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/spot-bitcoin-etf-update-blackrocks-ibit-dominates-inflows-gbtc-faces-3-4-billion-outflows-in-a-week/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more </a></li></ul>ARTICLES<ul><li>Everything You Need to Know About Blockchain Explorers &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/everything-you-need-to-know-about-blockchain-explorers/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more </a></li><li>Data Tokenization: What It Is and Why It Matters &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/data-tokenization-what-it-is-and-why-it-matters/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more </a></li><li>Significant Milestones in Ethereum Development &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/significant-milestones-in-ethereum-development/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more </a></li><li>What Are Real World Assets (RWA) in Crypto? &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/what-are-real-world-assets-rwa-in-crypto/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more </a></li><li>Nested Exchanges: What Are They and What Are Their Potential Risks? &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/nested-exchanges-what-are-they-and-what-are-their-potential-risks/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more </a></li><li>Best Bitcoin Gambling Sites Online in 2024: TOP Crypto Gambling Websites &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/01/best-bitcoin-gambling-sites/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Learn more. </a></li></ul>Spotlight on interesting projectsTezoro<a href="https://tezoro.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Tezoro</a> is a non-custodial service that allows you to reduce the risk of losing your crypto by ~100 times by creating a backup: a smart contract that can withdraw crypto from your wallet and transfer it to a backup address even if you&#39;ve already lost access to your wallet or died.Tezoro is a non-custodial service. 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Weekly Round-Up #88 | Justifying the Equitable Scrutiny of BTC Mining Compared to Gold Mining ⛏️

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