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A large illegal mining farm in Transbaikalia was shut down; equipment seized for unmetered electricity use. Criminal case opened under Article 165 of the Russian Criminal Code. Year-round mining ban planned from 2026.
An illegal mining farm in Transbaikalia was found connected to PPGHO's power grid, causing 5 million RUB in damages. A criminal case has been opened.
In 2025, Russia's mining farms increased by 44% to 196.9K sites. Explore regional concentrations, regulatory discussions, and effects on the energy sector.
A mining farm in Leningrad Region stole over 80 million kilowatt-hours of electricity, causing damage exceeding one billion rubles. Six suspects detained, equipment and over seven million rubles seized.
Authorities in Thailand seized 3,642 Bitcoin mining devices tied to money laundering and stolen electricity schemes. A South Korean suspect was detained.