Mexico seeks up to 12 years for power theft in mining
BROBROK News · Based on reporting by Livecoins ·
A proposal in Mexico would toughen penalties for electricity theft used in Bitcoin and other crypto mining. It calls for 5 to 12 years in prison, fines, and seizure of equipment tied to illegal operations.
Key points
- The proposal was backed by lawmakers from Morena.
- It targets electricity theft linked to Bitcoin and other crypto mining.
- The suggested prison term ranges from 5 to 12 years.
- It also includes fines and confiscation of machines and related assets.
- Mexican authorities dismantled a mining site with about 300 machines in September.
Why it matters
The proposal highlights how governments are treating unauthorized power use by miners as both a legal and infrastructure issue. It could lead to tighter enforcement around mining operations where electricity costs and grid strain are concerns.
Original headline: “México propõe até 12 anos de prisão por furto de energia elétrica para mineração de Bitcoin e outras criptomoedas”
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