阿肯色州比特幣設施的噪音污染折磨著居民

阿肯色州居民格拉迪斯安德森 (Gladys Anderson) 自從隔壁建造了一座擁有 17,000 名電腦粉絲的比特幣設施以來，她一直受到噪音污染的困擾。儘管其他礦場保持安靜，但阿肯色州比特幣礦商本史密斯承認，一些工廠優先考慮利潤而不是好鄰居。

Bitcoin Facility Noise Pollution Raises Concerns in Arkansas

阿肯色州比特幣設施噪音污染引發擔憂

Bono, Arkansas - The serenity of rural living has been shattered for residents of Bono, Arkansas, since the establishment of a nearby bitcoin mining facility last May. The facility, known as Northern Bitcoin, houses an array of 17,000 computer fans, generating an incessant hum that has become a source of unceasing torment for the community.

阿肯色州波諾 - 自去年五月附近建立比特幣採礦設施以來，阿肯色州波諾居民的寧靜鄉村生活被打破了。該設施被稱為“北方比特幣”，擁有 17,000 名電腦迷，發出持續不斷的嗡嗡聲，成為社區不斷折磨的根源。

Gladys Anderson, who bought her dream home in Bono seven years ago, now endures the relentless noise that she describes as "military-grade torture." The constant drone has significantly diminished the peace and quiet she sought when moving to the country.

格拉迪斯·安德森 (Gladys Anderson) 七年前在波諾 (Bono) 買下了自己的夢想之家，如今她忍受著無情的噪音，她將其描述為“軍事級別的折磨”。持續不斷的嗡嗡聲極大地削弱了她搬到鄉下時所尋求的平靜與安寧。

Shane Markuson, another affected resident, frequently measures decibel levels at his property. His readings consistently exceed recommended noise limits, particularly during nighttime hours.

另一位受影響的居民 Shane Markuson 經常測量他家的分貝水平。他的讀數始終超過建議的噪音限制，尤其是在夜間。

The noise pollution is attributed to the high-powered fans used to cool the vast array of computers that mine bitcoin, a cryptocurrency that has surged in popularity and value in recent years.

噪音污染歸因於用於冷卻大量比特幣挖礦電腦的高功率風扇，比特幣是近年來人氣和價值飆升的加密貨幣。

The influx of bitcoin mining facilities in Arkansas has raised concerns about potential health effects on nearby residents. Prolonged exposure to excessive noise has been linked to a range of adverse health conditions, including sleep deprivation, cardiovascular issues, and cognitive impairment.

阿肯色州比特幣挖礦設施的湧入引發了人們對附近居民健康潛在影響的擔憂。長期暴露在過度噪音中與一系列不利的健康狀況有關，包括睡眠不足、心血管問題和認知障礙。

Ben Smith, an Arkansas-based bitcoin miner, acknowledges the noise concerns but stresses that not all bitcoin mining plants generate excessive noise. He argues that well-designed and insulated facilities, located away from residential areas, can operate quietly and minimize disruption to neighbors.

總部位於阿肯色州的比特幣礦工本·史密斯（Ben Smith）承認有噪音問題，但強調並非所有比特幣採礦廠都會產生過多的噪音。他認為，設計良好且隔熱的設施位於遠離居民區的地方，可以安靜地運行，並最大限度地減少對鄰居的干擾。

Smith estimates that approximately half of the bitcoin mining facilities in Arkansas prioritize noise mitigation and good neighborly relations. However, he also acknowledges the existence of "bad actors" who fail to invest in noise reduction measures or choose to locate their facilities near residential areas.

史密斯估計，阿肯色州大約一半的比特幣挖礦設施優先考慮減少噪音和睦鄰關係。不過，他也承認存在“不良行為者”，他們沒有投資降噪措施或選擇將設施建在居民區附近。

The unmitigated noise pollution from the Northern Bitcoin facility has prompted residents to seek legal recourse. They are exploring potential nuisance lawsuits and are urging local and state officials to enact stricter noise regulations.

北部比特幣設施未得到緩解的噪音污染促使居民尋求法律追索。他們正在探討潛在的滋擾訴訟，並敦促地方和州官員制定更嚴格的噪音法規。

The conflict highlights the need for responsible siting of bitcoin mining facilities and the importance of balancing technological advancements with the well-being of communities. As the industry continues to grow, it is essential to prioritize noise mitigation and ensure that the benefits of bitcoin mining do not come at the expense of the health and tranquility of nearby residents.

這場衝突凸顯了比特幣採礦設施負責任選址的必要性以及平衡技術進步與社區福祉的重要性。隨著該行業的不斷發展，必須優先考慮減輕噪音，並確保比特幣挖礦的好處不會以犧牲附近居民的健康和安寧為代價。