Bitcoin is a major energy consumer, explaining the cryptocurrency's meteoric rise
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Nov 24, 2021, 01:20 IST | Updated: Nov 24, 2021, 01:20 IST
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Will 2021 be the year for Bitcoin? The cryptocurrency has registered a staggering rally but Bitcoin's meteoric rise comes at huge cost. It is a major energy consumer, in fact, it consumes more energy that several nations, here's a report.
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