“Gray” Mining in Tyumen: Authorities Note Sharp Spike

Officials in Tyumen have reported a significant uptick in unregistered crypto mining. Recent figures show a 28% rise in complaints regarding excessive power use in apartment buildings during the first quarter of this year. Authorities warn that such operations overload electrical grids, especially at peak consumption times.

According to resource suppliers, the total loss from unauthorized hookups could reach 1.3 bln rubles regionwide. Industry executives are discussing a set of measures, including stricter inspections and address-level consumption monitoring. Another proposal suggests fines up to 500,000 rubles for repeated offenses, a figure under active debate at the local level.

Experts note that without legal registration, mining operators pay no taxes and may violate residential safety codes. Residents have taken to social media to voice concerns about power outages and inflated utility bills. In the coming weeks, legislators plan to introduce amendments to local regulations to stiffen penalties for this illicit activity.