https://www.japantimes.co.jp/environment/2025/08/20/sustainability/mozambique-illegal-miners/
Mozambique's illegal miners reap risky rewards but land suffers - The Japan Times
Rivers around mining sites are polluted, and mercury has seeped into the soil, creating a nightmare for farmers.
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https://cointelegraph.com/news/russia-cracks-down-on-illegal-crypto-miners-india-lobbies-for-cbdcs-global-express
Russia Cracks Down on Illegal Miners, India Pushes CBDCs
Jan 2, 2026 - Russia is cracking down on illegal crypto mining while a prominent Ugandan opposition politician is urging constituents to use decentralized messaging services.
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