A government employee in Russia's Krasnoyarsk Krai has been charged with large-scale fraud and illegal crypto mining. Prosecutors allege that in 2024, the individual increased the power supply on their private land to 150 kW, installed 41 mining rigs running 24/7, and tampered with electricity meters to underpay utility bills, all without submitting a miner registration application. The mining operation was discovered by the power company in March 2025, resulting in nearly 1.8 million rubles (approximately $25,000) in losses. The individual's land, mining equipment, and seven weapons have been seized, and they could face up to 10 years in prison. (Bits media) https://(wublock123.com)/news/russian-ex-official-indicted-for-illegal-crypto-mining-and-power-theft-62099