The National Power Administration of Paraguay (ANDE) has recently detected and seized an illegal bitcoin mining operation hosting 693 miners. ANDE inspectors detected a tampered meter that failed to register all the energy consumed by the equipment connected to the power grid. The detection was carried out using SCADA systems. Paraguay Keeps Chasing Illegal Bitcoin…
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Seven individuals were arrested in Malaysia during a special operation targeting illegal bitcoin mining in Bandar Baru Salak Tinggi and Taman Putra Perdana. The operation, which involved coordinated efforts by law enforcement, focused on detecting and stopping bitcoin mining activities linked to electricity theft. The suspects, aged between 30 and 74, included three local men…
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Bitdeer Technologies Group has set the stage for a $150 million convertible notes offering, featuring an annual interest rate of 8.5%. The deal is scheduled to wrap up on Aug. 20, 2024. This move aligns with a broader trend in the bitcoin mining sector, where firms have collectively secured $2.1 billion through stock offerings since…
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Iran is aggressively cracking down on illegal cryptocurrency mining as the nation faces a severe power crisis exacerbated by an intense heatwave. Iranian authorities claim that unauthorized crypto mining has significantly strained Iran’s power grid, leading to widespread industrial disruptions. A bounty program has been launched to encourage citizens to report illegal mining operations. Iran…
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The Paraguayan justice system has reached a milestone by achieving its second conviction related to a power theft crime linked to cryptocurrency mining. Carlos Raul Rojas, the owner of a dwelling where over 1,000 cryptocurrency miners operated, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for causing over $1.5 million in losses to the National Power…
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Bitcoin miners are expanding their hashing capacity, reaching new record highs despite ongoing challenges in profitability. This report from Cryptoquant Institutional Insights highlights that miners are selling off assets as they face diminishing profit margins and rising operational difficulties. Bitcoin Miners Face Capitulation Amid Record-High Hashrate and Squeezed Margins In the latest findings from Cryptoquant’s…
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Bitfarms Ltd. has announced significant changes to its board of directors and executive team as the company continues to navigate a takeover bid and governance dispute with Riot Platforms Inc. The latest leadership updates include the appointment of CEO Ben Gagnon to the board and the resignation of co-founder and chairman Nicolas Bonta. Bitfarms Restructures…
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Cleanspark, a publicly-listed bitcoin mining company, recently shared in its 10-Q report that it has acquired 26,000 units of Bitmain’s S21 XP immersion-cooled bitcoin mining machines. These types of cutting-edge immersion miners, known for their quieter operation and impressive hashrate performance, are gaining traction in the industry. Cleanspark to Acquire Next-Gen Immersion-Cooled Mining Rigs From…
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Core Scientific, Inc., a prominent digital infrastructure provider for bitcoin mining, has revealed its intent to issue $350 million in convertible senior notes. This offering is anticipated to close in September 2029, with the raised capital earmarked primarily for debt repayment and other corporate necessities. Core Scientific Unveils Convertible Notes Offering, Eyes Debt Repayment On…
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Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc., now simply known as MARA, is rolling out a plan to offer $250 million in convertible senior notes set to mature in 2031. This move, targeting qualified institutional buyers, aims to generate funds for corporate ventures and the purchase of more bitcoin. MARA to Purchase More Bitcoin Following Private Sale As…
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