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Three arrested in Johor over crypto mining operation fueled by stolen power

Published on 24 Jul 2026 4:07:13 PM

Three men were arrested after allegedly stealing electricity to run a month-long cryptocurrency mining syndicate that generated up to RM100,000 from four premises in Johor.

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Three men were arrested after allegedly stealing electricity to run a month-long cryptocurrency mining syndicate that generated up to RM100,000 from four premises in Johor.

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