๐จ Breaking News: Malaysian Police Crush Bitcoin Mining Rigs! ๐จ
In a dramatic move, Malaysian authorities have destroyed 985 Bitcoin mining rigs worth $452,500 as part of a crackdown on illegal crypto operations. ๐๐ฅ The rigs were seized during raids targeting miners who were stealing electricityโa practice that cost Malaysia a staggering $722 million between 2018 and 2023.
The Perak Tengah District Police chief confirmed that the destruction was court-ordered, and the raids led to multiple arrests. โ๏ธ๐ฎโโ๏ธ Among the confiscated items were 52 mining rigs, laptops, mobile phones, and vehicles.
While this highlights the ongoing battle against illegal mining, it also underscores the growing pains of Bitcoin's journey to mainstream acceptance. ๐๐ก
Stay tuned, BTC enthusiasts! ๐