A cryptocurrency mining company has denied causing health problems in a small Texas town, despite complaints from residents who say they are experiencing unexplained symptoms.
The company, Compute North, operates a large-scale mining facility in the town of Rockdale, Texas. Residents have complained of a variety of symptoms, including headaches, nausea, and sleep problems, which they say have started since the facility opened.
Compute North has denied that its operations are causing any health problems. In a statement to Gizmodo, the company said, “We are unaware of any scientific basis to conclude that any sounds from our facility can cause the types of conditions alleged.”
However, residents say that they have noticed a correlation between the operation of the mining facility and their symptoms. They say that the symptoms start when the facility is operating and go away when it is not.
The Texas Department of State Health Services is investigating the complaints. The agency has not yet released any findings, but it says that it is taking the complaints seriously.
Cryptocurrency mining is a process that uses computers to solve complex mathematical problems. The process can be very energy-intensive, and it has been blamed for contributing to the rise in greenhouse gas emissions.
In addition to the environmental concerns, there are also concerns about the health effects of cryptocurrency mining. Some studies have shown that exposure to the noise from mining operations can cause health problems, such as headaches and sleep problems.
The complaints from residents in Rockdale, Texas, are the latest in a growing number of concerns about the health effects of cryptocurrency mining. As the industry continues to grow, it is important to understand the potential health risks and to take steps to mitigate them.
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