France's Rassemblement National political party is advancing a bill to use surplus nuclear power for Bitcoin mining. This move marks a significant shift from the previous stance of party leader Marine Le Pen, who once called for a ban on cryptocurrencies.
French lawmakers have proposed a five-year pilot program to utilize surplus nuclear energy for Bitcoin mining. The initiative aims to reduce energy waste, improve grid stability, and increase revenue, estimating up to $150 million annually.
In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, the United States has launched military strikes against three nuclear sites in Iran . President Donald Trump announced that U.S. B-2 bombers had “totally obliterated” three key Iranian nuclear sites . The strikes, conducted in coordination with Israel, targeted facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan .
