Tennessee county passes another ban on crypto operations
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Tennessee's Sevier County passes a unanimous ban on crypto mining facilities and data centers in unincorporated areas, citing concerns over noise and environmental impact. The ban comes as the county deals with a lawsuit from a digital asset company. This move may set a precedent for other counties to restrict crypto operations, potentially affecting the industry's growth in the region.
A group of 12 county commissioners voted unanimously to ban mining facilities and data centers in unincorporated areas as it deals with a lawsuit by a digital asset company.