Texas Blockchain Council including Riot file lawsuit against US Energy Department over Bitcoin miner survey
Summary
Riot Platforms and the Texas Blockchain Council are suing the US Energy Department and associated entities over a survey of Bitcoin miners, arguing it is unlawful and invasive. The miners contest the legitimacy of the data collection process, alleging violations of the Paperwork Reduction Act and breaching of the Administrative Procedure Act. They seek to restrain the agencies from collecting information and destroy any collected data. Rep. Tom Emmer has also raised concerns about the government's actions.
