For nearly three decades, the demand for electricity in the United States has remained relatively stable. However, forecasts indicate a dramatic shift, with projections suggesting a potential near doubling of where demand was expected to be over the next five years. The driving force behind this unprecedented increase in demand largely stems from the proliferation…

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent presidential candidate, emphasized his proposal to use blockchain technology to manage the U.S. budget during a campaign stop in Michigan on Sunday, April 21. Kennedy wants to make federal spending transparent by allowing Americans to monitor government expenditures on items like toilet seats. “We’re gonna have 300 million eyeballs…

The Federal Bureau of Investigation arrested an Idaho teen on Saturday, April 6, who the agency said had been planning an ISIS-inspired terror attack on churches in his hometown in northern Idaho. Prosecutors said 18-year-old Alexander Mercurio detailed how he would kill churchgoers on Sunday, April 14. The FBI said Mercurio told a confidential informant…

China and North Korea are intensifying their cyber operations, leveraging artificial intelligence to influence global opinions and elections in the U.S., South Korea, India, and Taiwan, according to Microsoft’s latest Threat Intelligence report. The report details China’s use of AI-generated content, such as videos, memes and fake news anchors, to sway public opinion and influence…

In the world of cryptocurrency, Dogecoin, the meme-inspired digital currency, witnessed an impressive surge, achieving its highest value since 2021. This rise could indicate a broader trend moving away from traditional finance sectors toward cryptocurrencies. Turning attention to traditional financial benchmarks, the S&P 500 has been on a record-breaking spree, hitting new highs 17 times…

Two bodies are recovered in Baltimore’s bridge collapse as crews continue a difficult search for four remaining victims. And, drivers are about to pay 15 bucks one-way every day just to enter this U.S. city. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, March 28, 2024. Two victims recovered after bridge collapse in…

Lawmakers in almost a dozen states have introduced legislation to prop up coal plants that are facing closures. With U.S. power demand surging to record heights in coming years due to increased usage of emerging electricity-reliant technologies, some officials believe the Biden administration’s clean energy transition will not happen fast enough to meet the nation’s…

The bitcoin mining industry in Texas was once heralded as a Meccas due to the state’s cheap power and regulatory friendliness. However, the industry is now under scrutiny amid concerns over environmental impacts and escalating energy costs. Following China’s ban on cryptocurrency mining in 2021, Texas witnessed a significant influx of mining operations, attracted by…

Super Tuesday is here, with voters in more than a dozen states looking to make a difference in the presidential race. And Elon Musk has been dethroned as the world’s richest person. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, March 5, 2024. 16 states holding contests on GOP, Democratic choice for President…

In what’s shaping up to be a literal power struggle, the world of cryptocurrency mining is clashing with federal regulators over the growing energy demands of crypto mining operations. Crypto mining requires extensive electricity for its computing needs, exacerbating the global challenge of reducing emissions at a time when urgent cuts are necessary. Crypto mining’s…