Russian Power Companies Combat Illegal Mining as Miners Shift to Mobile Setups

Power companies in Russia have intensified efforts to identify and penalize illegal miners using subsidized electricity in residential areas, prompted by a sharp increase in consumption in regions like Novosibirsk.

In response, some miners have begun using mobile mining farms in vehicles to evade detection. These setups operate discreetly, allowing miners to circumvent restrictions.

Meanwhile, lawmakers are considering introducing a new tax on large-scale mining enterprises, potentially bringing millions into the state treasury and integrating mining into a regulated framework.