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Russia to restrict crypto mining in 13 regions to save electricity
20.11.2024
If approved, the restrictions would seriously affect Russia’s crypto mining operations, as some key local industry firms have a heavy presence in regions like Irkutsk
Has Russia really ‘legalized’ cryptocurrency mining?
1.11.2024
Russia’s crypto mining laws have filled the “regulatory vacuum,” but there is still a lot of legal uncertainty about many aspects of regulation
Ethiopia Boosts Bitcoin Mining Power Allocation to 600 MW
11.10.2024
Ethiopia has rapidly expanded its electricity allocation to Bitcoin mining, making it one of the world’s fastest-growing markets for this activity. The country plans to further increase its capacity this year. Many of the miners are using mid-generation machines due to their low power...
Compass Mining Partners With Mindshift to Expand Bitcoin Mining in South Korea
9.10.2024
Compass Mining has announced a partnership with Mindshift, a licensed digital asset service provider in South Korea, to extend bitcoin mining services to the region. The collaboration aims to address challenges like high electricity costs while making bitcoin mining more accessible to South Korean...
Norway town campaigns to close Bitcoin mine, electricity costs jump 20%
15.9.2024
The Noranett network manager estimates that, following the Bitcoin mining closure, the average household in Hadsel could face an additional annual cost equivalent to $280 USD
Norway town campaigns to close Bitcoin mine, electricity costs jump 20%
15.9.2024
The Noranett network manager estimates that, following the Bitcoin mining closure, the average household in Hadsel could face an additional annual cost equivalent to $280 USD
AI execs visit White House to discuss energy infrastructure
12.9.2024
According to a Goldman Sachs report, the demand for electrical power in the United States will grow approximately 2.4% by 2030
Bitcoin Miner Iris Energy Increases Mining Output by 10%
5.9.2024
Iris Energy has reported a 10% increase in bitcoin production during August 2024, with the company mining 245 bitcoin. The improvement is attributed to higher operational efficiency and reduced electricity costs following the company’s transition to spot pricing. Iris Energy’s Bitcoin Mining...
Thai Authorities Raid Illegal Bitcoin Mine After Power Outages Spark Resident Complaints
26.8.2024
Thai authorities successfully raided an illegal bitcoin mining operation in Ratchaburi on August 23. The raid came after residents reported frequent power outages. The bitcoin mining operation was found to be consuming electricity that the occupants of the house were not fully paying for. Bitcoin...
Thai authorities raid illegal Bitcoin mine behind local power outages
25.8.2024
Thai authorities will address the broader issue of illegal mining and its impact on the country’s energy infrastructure
Bitcoin miners steamrolled after electricity thefts, exchange ‘closure’ scam: Asia Express
23.8.2024
Malaysia gets out the steamroller as Bitcoin mining stolen electricity issue worsens, Korea’s new ‘exchange closure’ scam. Asia Express
IMF Economists Suggest Electricity Tax to Lower Crypto and AI Environmental Impact
17.8.2024
International Monetary Fund (IMF) economists have warned of the environmental impact of crypto mining and AI data centers, which are projected to increase global electricity consumption to 3.5% by 2027, leading to higher carbon emissions. Proposing a targeted electricity tax, the authors estimate...
IMF execs float raising crypto mining electricity prices by 85%
16.8.2024
A tax on the energy used by crypto miners could cut emissions by 100 million tons a year, equal to Belgium’s emissions, say two IMF executives
Iran Escalates Crackdown on Illegal Crypto Mining Amid Severe Power Crisis
16.8.2024
Iran is aggressively cracking down on illegal cryptocurrency mining as the nation faces a severe power crisis exacerbated by an intense heatwave. Iranian authorities claim that unauthorized crypto mining has significantly strained Iran’s power grid, leading to widespread industrial...
Putin Signs Law to Regulate Crypto Mining in Russia
11.8.2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin has enacted legislation to formally regulate the cryptocurrency mining sector in Russia, with the law set to take effect in November. This legislation establishes a regulated framework for mining operations, limiting participation from entities associated with...
Airbnb Host Imposes No Mining Rule After Guests Rent Her Property to Mine Crypto
3.8.2024
An Airbnb host, Ashley, shared her experience on Tiktok about guests who accumulated a $1,500 electricity bill by setting up an electric vehicle station and mining cryptocurrency during their three-week stay. Despite leaving the property in excellent condition, the guests’ excessive energy...
Paraguay miners urge state electricity board to reconsider upcoming price hike
22.7.2024
Capamad spokesperson Jimmy Kim claims that the electricity price increase, set for Aug. 1, may force 70% of legal crypto miners out of business
Paraguayan Senate Passes Law Imposing up to 10 Years of Jail Time on Crypto Miners for Electricity Theft
12.7.2024
The Paraguayan senate has passed a series of reforms that changed penalties for energy and cryptocurrency mining-related energy theft. Now, individuals and companies found to be stealing energy for cryptocurrency mining activities will face jail time for up to 10 years, while energy theft for other...
Malaysia Loses Over $700 Million Worth of Electricity to Illegal Crypto Miners, Says Minister
11.7.2024
According to a government minister, Malaysia lost $727 million worth of electricity stolen by illegal crypto miners between 2018 and 2023. The minister also warned that power companies have methods to detect unauthorized mining activity. Illegal Crypto Mining Detrimental To Malaysians Says Minister...
Crypto miners stole $723M of electricity in Malaysia since 2018: Report
11.7.2024
Malaysia’s Deputy Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation revealed the number during an event where they disposed of over 2,000 machines seized in an operation