Norway Passes Data Center Laws, Bitcoin Miners to Face Increased Scrutiny

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 years ago

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New data center laws in Norway might result in closer monitoring of Bitcoin miners in the country. The legislation mandates that all data centers must formally register, providing detailed information about owners, managers, and services offered. The country aims to set a precedent in Europe by implementing this framework.

Norway's energy minister, Terje Aasland, stated that the law is designed to offer legislators a better understanding of data centers operating within municipalities, allowing for more informed decision-making regarding their approval or rejection.

Besides the upcoming Bitcoin halving that could impact miners' profitability, the new law could subject Bitcoin miners in Norway to more scrutiny. Aasland noted the unchecked nature of Norway's cryptocurrency mining industry and expressed disapproval of companies attempting to exploit the country's affordable electricity.

Despite the high number of Bitcoin mining operations in northern Norway due to cheap power, Aasland emphasized that Bitcoin mining firms are unwelcome. He mentioned that data centers serving social purposes, such as storage server centers, are encouraged as they contribute to Norway's societal structure.

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