Re: WSJ reports on BTC mining, is that user ProfMac they interviewed?
Yes, it's profmac 
Really? I was under the impression he was based in Austin, TX.I think you are correct Loredo. I remember him being from Austin as well (I'm from TX too, so I remember.)
Unless he moved recently, I doubt this is him.
He said he had a house to rent in Austin, TX, so the move away theory fits.
I am hoping to find someone, preferably in Virginia, who will rent me a home and let me pay in bitcoins. I would also be okay with New Hampshire. Hell, if I could find somebody willing to work out an arrangement like this, I'd probably move just about anywhere. If you have a property for rent and would consider accepting bitcoins let me know! 
Austin, TX
- BTC equivalent of $1,400 / month. Adjustable to constant USD rental.
- Long term lease available, 4 or 5 year preferred.
- 3 br / 1 bath
- Bus lines
- Very nice yard
- Access to large university, active music scene, home of SXSW and lots of geeks
- Limited time offer. Important other considerations apply.
- Closed in carport for SOHO / electronics lab / mining operation.
- No windows.
- Good security.
- Adequate air conditioning and power.
- Cheap electricity. Estimated cost for Batch 1 Avalon ASIC BOX: $24 / month.
- http://www.austinenergy.com/About%20Us/Rates/index.htm
- Fiber optic internet on the pole at the property line.
And notice how the name in the email (Aubrey McIntosh) also fits the name in the article.
And then there's this
The Lancelot is to arrive in Morris, MN 56267 by Feb. 19. You pay shipping & handling & all expenses to make it so.