Impacts of Bitcoin Mining in Alaska

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Fri, 07/01/2022 - 6:34am

Bitcoin mining is estimated to use up to 4 gigawatts of electricity in the next few years, making it one of the most energy-intensive activities in the world. This is especially true in areas with cold climates, like Alaska, where miners must use extra energy to heat their rigs. You can also explore Bitprime Gold for further information.

The increased demand for electricity from Bitcoin mining has already had an impact on Alaska's power grid. In 2017, the Fairbanks North Star Borough was forced to raise rates due to the higher than usual demand from local miners. The borough has...

Latest Trends of Bitcoin Mining in Bahrain

There are a few key trends that are currently shaping the world of Bitcoin mining in Bahrain. For further information explore Bitcoin Code .

The first is the increasing difficulty of the Bitcoin network. This means that it is becoming more and more difficult for miners to find new blocks and earn rewards. As a result, many miners are forced to pool their resources together in order to increase their chances of success.

Another trend is the rise of specialized mining hardware. In the early days of Bitcoin, it was possible to mine using just a regular computer. However, as...

Growth of shopping locally is a 'huge opportunity' for businesses

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 07/01/2022 - 3:28am

The results of a consumer survey, which reveals that 88 per cent of local people try to buy Devon-sourced goods whenever possible, presents a ‘huge opportunity’ for local businesses says Devon County Council’s (DCC) Cabinet Member for Economic Recovery.

Councillor Rufus Gilbert, DCC's Cabinet Member for Economic Recovery and Skills, is encouraging Devon’s businesses to ‘grasp the nettle’ and sign up to the Made in Devon scheme , who will be at the Devon County Show this weekend from Thursday 30 June to Saturday July 2.

Made in Devon enables businesses to advertise that...

Horse Racing in Britain

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Thu, 06/30/2022 - 11:26pm

Known as the “sport of kings”, horse racing has been documented as a sport as early as 648BC in the Olympic games of Ancient Greece, in the form of mounted horse races and chariot races. The Roman Empire evolved both these sports into major industries, which not only contributed to the economy but also provided entertainment and employment. Many of the rules and traditions still in use today originated in Rome.

History of horse racing in the UK

Horse racing is ranked as the second-largest spectator sport in Britain, with a history dating back to the 1st century AD....

Foot Anstey launches market leading product for the private equity sector

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP, has launched a tech-enabled solution for the private equity investors and their portfolio companies called Ingenuity for Private Equity – GRIP.

GRIP is a one-stop-shop for private equity houses and portfolio companies. Using the technology, the system allows PE houses and its portfolio companies to share information with one another, including monthly financial information, or the monitoring of risk and compliance metrics. This provides each of the PE house and its portfolio companies with a tailored report on their business and then allows the...

Tesco makes it even easier for Devon shoppers to help food banks and charities.

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/30/2022 - 10:31pm

Tesco is making it easier than ever for shoppers in Devon to give a helping hand to food banks and charities feeding people in their community.

The Tesco Food Collection is taking place in every large Tesco store from June 30 to July 2, and shoppers are being urged to donate long-life food to support local food banks in the Trussell Trust’s network and thousands of frontline charities supplied by FareShare. Tesco will top up all food donations made during the collection with an extra 20% cash donation to support the two charities.

To make it even easier for customers to...

Green Innovation Funding awarded to six projects

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/30/2022 - 10:00pm

Six projects have received funding through Devon County Council’s Green Innovation Fund.

More than £750,000 is being invested to support innovative projects and technologies which will drive green growth in Devon’s economy.

The grants are supporting Devon’s transition to a Net Zero economy by creating economic growth alongside environmental benefits. By generating new jobs and training opportunities within the low carbon sector and supporting small businesses to implement sustainable change, the Green Innovation Fund bolsters Devon County Council’s commitments to both...

Exeter set to welcome the Queen’s Baton Relay

The Queen’s Baton Relay will make its way through Exeter on Monday, ahead of next month’s Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

The event involves the baton travelling the length and breadth of England for 29 days, before culminating at the opening ceremony on Thursday 28 July.

It will arrive in Exeter on Monday morning [4 July], setting off on a paddleboard along the Exeter Canal Basin just after 11 a.m. then following a loop around the quayside overland from Piazza Terracina, returning back across the river using the Butts Ferry floating bridge.

The baton will...

Lulu heads for Exeter

British music legend Lulu is set to appear at Exeter Corn Exchange next autumn. Tickets for Lulu’s show, which takes place on 18 October 2023, go on sale at 10am this Friday (1 July).

From Shout to James Bond and from To Sir With Love to The Eurovision Song Contest, Lulu has thrilled audiences for more than six decades. On the eve of the 60th anniversary of Shout, she’ll be touring the UK with her most intimate show to date.

‘For The Record’ will combine remarkable stories and stunning clips with song. The show will be a chance to get to know the star, who has...

REVEALED: Salcombe's top 10 dog-friendly hotspots following surge in petcation holidays

Following a surge in demand for pet-friendly holidays, the Tourist Information Centre for Salcombe has revealed its top 10 dog-friendly destinations for visitors coming to South Devon’s luxury holiday hotspot.

Last year, Direct Line Motor Insurance revealed that nearly 12 million Britons planned to take their dogs on holiday with them. This year, that figure is expected to grow. Salcombe TIC is already receiving record levels of enquiries from pet owners thanks to its dog-friendly golden beaches, award-winning pet-friendly accommodation, pubs, cafes, and shops.

A centre for...

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