Argentine Presidential Candidate's Proposal to Mine Bitcoin with Excess Natural Gas Sparks Controversy

Argentine presidential candidate proposed using excess natural gas to mine Bitcoin, generating controversy.

Vaca Muerta ("dead cow") named after fossil discoveries, now major gas deposit.

Idea to use surplus gas for mining instead of flaring.

Bitcoin advocates argued mining too complex for government involvement.

Supporters say it utilizes waste gas productively, but risks likely outweigh rewards.