Hidden crypto farm in Mexican mountains puts spotlight on cartel funding
- A secret cryptocurrency mining farm was discovered in the mountains of Central Mexico near small communities in Puebla state, notable for its loud noise and high electricity use.
- The mining farm uses hundreds of computers and specialized equipment including 300 graphics processing units, 80 medium-voltage terminals, and satellite antennas designed to generate cryptocurrency.
- Authorities believe the site indicates involvement by organized crime groups in expanding into financial crimes such as cryptocurrency laundering.
- There is an ongoing investigation into whether electricity was stolen from a hydroelectric dam to power the mining operation.
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Authorities located in Tlaola, Puebla, a farm with at least 300 computer equipment allegedly used to mine cryptocurrencies.
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The Independent (US)Police find cartel crypto farm hidden in Mexican mountains
It is the fourth crypto farm uncovered in the area since early last year
Hidden crypto farm in Mexican mountains puts spotlight on cartel funding
By Sarah Morland and Daniel Becerril TLAOLA, Mexico, Sept 12 (Reuters) - Nestled in the lush green mountains of Central Mexico, next to a sparsely traveled gravel road, few people had reason to wander close enough to hear the loud, mechanical whirring ...
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A clandestine cryptocurrency mine was discovered in Puebla, in an area supplied by the Nuevo Necaxa dam. Authorities investigate the theft of electricity and money laundering.
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