300 crypto machines seized

More than 300 cryptocurrency mining machines were seized during raids on illegal Bitcoin mining operations across five northeastern provinces, with total losses estimated at over 40 million baht.

The Ministry of Interior, the Provincial Electricity Authority, police and provincial administration officers inspected 14 locations in Ubon Ratchathani, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, Roi Et and Maha Sarakham on Saturday.

The operation resulted in the seizure of 315 digital currency mining machines after investigators uncovered electricity metre tampering and illegal power connections used to run the equipment. Damage was estimated at 40.38 million baht, including 5.38 million baht in penalties for electricity violations and about 35 million baht in unpaid electricity charges.

Officials have collected evidence and filed complaints against those involved.