Power theft linked to crypto mining costs RM4.8bil in losses, says deputy minister


ALOR SETAR: Electricity theft linked to cryptocurrency mining activities has caused RM4.8bil in losses from 2018 to June this year, said Deputy Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister.

Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said the situation is alarming and calls for continuous enforcement to prevent further losses.

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