Truck concealed 95 crypto miners to tap into the grid.
6th power-theft crypto bust in Buryatia this year.
Growing trend signals desperate adaptations in crypto mining.
Russia’s law enforcement recently seized a KamAZ haul‑truck packed with 95 crypto mining rigs. Stationed near a substation, the improvised mining farm was tapping directly into the power grid—stealing electricity to fuel mining operations while evading meters.
Spike in Buryatia’s Crypto Power Thefts
This isn’t isolated. The KamAZ bust marks the sixth crypto power-theft incident in Buryatia since January. Authorities are now on high alert, investigating mobile rigs hidden in trucks, barns, and other covert setups. These miner networks show rising boldness and organizational sophistication.
Why So Many Crypto Miners Resort to Theft
High electricity costs: Miners face steep utility bills—cutting those costs via theft preserves profits.
Regulatory pressures: With higher energy rates and anti-mining campaigns, many are forced underground.
Flexibility & anonymity: Mobile rigs make detection and shutdown more difficult.
What This Means for Regulators
Authorities in Russia are racing to locate, raid, and prosecute illicit mining operations. The recurring KamAZ cases underline how miners are adapting to circumvent regulations. Expect more police checkpoints and grid-monitoring measures, especially in hotspot regions like Buryatia.
INSIGHT: Russian police busted a KamAZ truck rigged with 95 crypto miners stealing power from the grid.
It’s the 6th case in Buryatia this year. pic.twitter.com/OvVtPCoKvg
— Cointelegraph (@Cointelegraph) June 28, 2025
Can Legal Mining Survive This Climate?
Legitimate miners are feeling the squeeze. Regulatory scrutiny, price volatility, and rising electricity tariffs are pushing some towards gray or criminal alternatives. Unless legal options become more viable—like subsidized rates or crypto-friendly zones—the pressure toward illicit setups is likely to grow.
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