Riot Blockchain's Bitcoin mining productivity dropped 28% YOY amid record Texas heat
"The company voluntarily curtailed its energy consumption in order to ensure that more power would be available in Texas,” said Riot CEO Jason Les.
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"The company voluntarily curtailed its energy consumption in order to ensure that more power would be available in Texas,” said Riot CEO Jason Les.
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