Texas Residents Vote Against Incorporation to Control Bitcoin Mining Noise

Residents of Mitchell Bend, Texas, voted against forming a city in an attempt to address noise from Marathon Digital Holdings’ Bitcoin mining operation nearby, according to public meetings held for the decision. This rejection signifies community resistance towards industrial noise and highlights challenges faced by bitcoin miners trying to balance operations with local concerns. While no immediate market impact was observed, this move underscores the ongoing tension between industry giants and local communities regarding noise regulation.