U.S. Unveils Plan to Boost Bitcoin Mining Through Energy Independence

In a move aimed at bolstering US Bitcoin mining, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has outlined a new strategy for the industry. During an interview on April 23, 2025, Lutnick unveiled plans to accelerate Bitcoin mining growth by facilitating energy independence for miners. He emphasized the launch of a program accelerating investments in Bitcoin mining businesses and the integration of the cryptocurrency into national economic assessments.