Large Illegal Farm with 44 Units Found in Dagestan, Resulting in $300K Energy Deficit

In a mountainous area of Dagestan, energy officials and police uncovered an illegal mining farm with 44 devices connected without authorization. Preliminary estimates put the last 4 months’ losses at about $300k as demand for low-cost energy continues to rise.

Regional operator data shows a 7% annual increase in such incidents, posing additional risks to stable electricity supplies. Each discovered device consumed approximately 15% more energy than standard industrial equipment.

This incident underscores the necessity of stricter measures against illegal farms and prompts energy providers to strengthen cooperation with law enforcement to curb the growth of the shadow mining sector.