Belzebu

bitcoin_Mining

It seems like a dream to mine Bitcoin in Iran with subsidized electricity that allows it to cost only around US$1,320 per BTC, but in reality it's only legally viable with a government license.

Licensed miners are required to sell all mined Bitcoin to the Central Bank of Iran (which uses it to finance imports and circumvent international sanctions); unlicensed operations are considered illegal with a constant risk of equipment seizure and crackdowns.

This explains why the country represents a tiny fraction of the global hash rate.

Low energy costs do not guarantee freedom to mine Bitcoin in Iran.

This homeowner connected the hot exhaust from Bitcoin mining computers into the home’s HVAC return, recycling the waste into a heat source that warms the house while earning bitcoin through winter.

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Homeowner integrates Bitcoin machines into residence's HVAC system.