Global Bitcoin Mining Overview
As of June 2023:
- Over 8 million Bitcoin mining rigs operate globally.
- Before May 2021, China dominated with 75% of global hash rate (600k+ active miners).
- By December 2022, 70% of Chinese miners shut down, most relocating overseas due to tightening regulations.
Case Study: Closed Mining Facility
- Former Sichuan Ya'an Bitcoin Farm (now decommissioned)
Finland's Bitcoin Mining Policies
Regulatory Landscape
Cryptocurrency Laws:
- Businesses can legally use BTC for payments
- Income taxed at market value
Banking & Transfers:
- Finnish banks permitted to service crypto/fiat exchanges
Foreign Exchange:
- No restrictions on global crypto platform access
- Local EUR-crypto trading pairs available
Mining-Specific Advantages
✅ No special licenses required
✅ 100% legal with proper electricity contracts
✅ Low corporate tax: 1-3% on profits + 5% dividend tax
Energy Capacity
- Abundant renewable energy sources optimized for mining
KOTKA Mining Facility Details
Strategic Location
- 200km from Helsinki
- 3km from E18 highway
- 100m from major substation
Facility Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Area | 22,000㎡ |
| Usable Space | 10,000㎡ |
| Current Capacity | 20MW (expandable to 100MW/h) |
| Miner Capacity | 33,000 units |
| Security | 24/7 monitoring + dedicated team |
Development Phases
- Phase 1: 20MW operational (2023)
- Phase 2-3: Scaling to 100MW by 2024
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Profitability Analysis
Revenue Streams
Energy Cost Advantage
- Base rate: €0.015/kWh
- +€0.025/kWh when BTC >$40,000
Grid Incentives
- 5-15% annual rebate for ≥95% power usage
Hashrate Sales
- Open to global investors
FAQ
Is Bitcoin mining legal in Finland?
Yes, with standard electricity contracts and tax compliance.
What makes KOTKA facility special?
Its scalable 100MW capacity and government-backed energy incentives.
How to invest in this operation?
Through direct hashrate purchases from GNDS.
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Source: Adapted from Golden Finance. Original publisher FX168 acts solely as information platform.