On Jan. On January 26, 2024, the White House created waves in the cryptocurrency mining industry by giving approval for the Energy Information Administration (EIA) to perform an “emergency” survey on cryptocurrency miners. The requirement was mistakenly presented as a simple, 30-minute process of gathering data. Yet, it failed to accurately convey the extent of the survey’s intricacy and invasiveness, which could lead to the disclosure of confidential proprietary information and place unnecessary strain on miners. Additionally, the exaggerated sense of urgency contributed to the belief that cryptocurrency mining is a major threat, using unfounded reasons to justify the emergency data request and increasing worries about the industry’s environmental effects without solid proof. This misguided requirement not only hindered the progress of the sector in terms of energy efficiency and adherence to regulations, but also acted as a pivotal moment for reflection. It was a wake-up call, indicating that our industry was once again facing intense scrutiny of its practices and privacy. The Emergency Industry Association has decided to discontinue their bitcoin miner survey after a court battle. Miners consistently track energy consumption and market trends, but the survey’s suggested approach and reasoning did not match the practical aspects of cryptocurrency mining. The survey failed to take into account the proactive steps miners have taken to improve energy efficiency and maintain grid stability. One example is that the EIA did not take into account the industry’s involvement in demand response programs, which help reduce stress on the grid during high demand times, and the survey did not allow miners to report these commitments.