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Malaysia Uncovers 14,000 Illegal Bitcoin Mining Sites

12/4/2025

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Malaysia identifies about 14,000 illicit Bitcoin mining sites over five years as crackdown intensifies.
Authorities use drones and handheld sensors to detect unusual heat and power usage, addressing organized crime concerns.
Miners use heat shields and CCTV to evade capture.
The government formed a committee to coordinate enforcement, address losses of US$1.1 billion, and consider a ban.
Deputy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir says mining is legal with permits.

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Malaysia identifies about 14,000 illicit Bitcoin mining sites over five years as crackdown intensifies.
Authorities use drones and handheld sensors to detect unusual heat and power usage, addressing organized crime concerns.
Miners use heat shields and CCTV to evade capture.
The government formed a committee to coordinate enforcement, address losses of US$1.1 billion, and consider a ban.
Deputy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir says mining is legal with permits.