Key Takeaways
- On May 7, peak 15,579 MW demand prompted Venezuela to reiterate bitcoin mining ban measures.
- The ban impacts local miners, mirroring a 2024 Russian Energy Ministry policy that saved 300 MW.
- Despite bans, reports explain that bitcoin mining offers untapped potential in harnessing stranded energy sources.
Venezuela Reiterates Crypto Mining Ban, Says Illicit Mining Activities Will be Sanctioned
Cryptocurrency mining, as an energy-intensive activity, keeps facing restrictions in several countries due to its impact on local energy grids.
The government of Venezuela issued a statement reiterating the ongoing ban on digital mining operations, as the country faces peak energy demand, prompting power rationing measures affecting…







