Argentinian Oil Giant Tecpetrol’s Novel Crypto Mining Approach: Opportunities and Concerns

Argentinian oil producer, Tecpetrol, plans to use its associated gas for mining cryptocurrencies. This gas-to-crypto model, which combines energy production and digital growth, may soon expand beyond Argentina. The company’s crypto mining operations are set to begin in late October or early November, potentially boosting oil production and positively impacting the environment.

Major Questions Doctrine: A Relief for Crypto in SEC Lawsuits? Pros, Cons & Conflicts

The major questions doctrine, which requires explicit congressional approval for regulating areas of significant importance, may provide relief for Binance and Coinbase amidst SEC scrutiny. This legal aspect could potentially challenge the Chevron doctrine, which grants regulatory agencies broad discretion, and promote regulatory clarity for the cryptocurrency industry.