Kazakhstan Crackdown On Illegal Mining Forces 106 Miners To Close Shop

Kazakhstan Crackdown On Illegal Mining Forces 106 Miners To Close Shop

The government of Kazakhstan has sanctioned 106 crypto mining farms for engaging in illicit crypto mining activities. Some ex-officials and Kazakhstan’s wealthiest businesses were found to be involved, according to the administration. According to the government’s announcement, 67,000 pieces of equipments valued around 100 billion tenges (approximately $193 million) were also seized. Kazakhstan Expels Illegal […]


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