Seven Arrested in Malaysia for Bitcoin Mining Electricity Theft; 52 Rigs Seized – CryptoPotato
Seven individuals in Malaysia have been arrested for stealing electricity to power their bitcoin mining operations. Authorities seized a total of 52 mining rigs in connection with the case. The suspects were caught using illegal connections to siphon off electricity from the national grid without authorization. The crackdown on illegal bitcoin mining activities is part of efforts to curb energy theft and ensure fair practices in the cryptocurrency industry.