Russia2026-08-15 15:30:56Russia bans crypto mining in parts of Moscow and Kursk until end-2032Russia’s Energy Ministry has barred cryptocurrency mining and mining pool participation in parts of Moscow and the Kursk region under Government Decree No. 936, with the restriction set to remain in force through Dec. 31, 2032. The measure is designed to ease electricity capacity shortages, as officials said energy-intensive mining facilities have continued to put pressure on local power grids. Russia legalized registered mining in 2024, but rising power demand has since led authorities to impose similar restrictions in 10 other regions. CoinDesk was cited as the source for the report.1120
Malaysia2026-07-30 22:08:31Malaysia police raid illegal Bitcoin mining sites in Johor, seize 71 machinesPolice in Johor, Malaysia, raided four rental houses on July 22 and 23, seizing 71 Bitcoin mining machines and arresting three people, according to Techub News, which cited DW. Authorities said the group bypassed electricity meters to steal power, causing losses estimated at about $16,600. The seized machines were said to generate roughly $17,200 to $21,500 in monthly revenue. Data from Malaysia’s Energy Ministry shows the scale of power theft tied to illegal crypto mining has risen sharply in recent years. Cases increased from 610 in 2018 to 2,397 in 2024. Between 2020 and 2025, the national power company identified nearly 14,000 related sites, with cumulative losses reaching about 1.1 billion euros. The ministry said such activity poses a serious threat to public safety and the electricity system.2000
