The American company CleanSpark, specialized in cryptocurrency mining, may face potential penalties amounting to $185 million, according to a report published by Foresight.
U.S. Customs classified some bitcoin mining devices imported by the company between April and June 2024 as being of Chinese origin.
However, CleanSpark denied these allegations, asserting that purchase contracts and supplier documents prove that the devices are not manufactured in China, and announced its intention to appeal these charges.
The report also mentioned a similar case involving another mining company, IREN, which faced a dispute over imported equipment worth about $100 million.
These cases highlight the ongoing challenges facing the cryptocurrency mining sector, particularly regarding customs regulations and import fees.
