<ul><li>Russia has introduced a regional ban on Bitcoin mining, set to begin on Jan. 1, 2025, and remain in effect until March 15, 2031.</li><li>The ban will only apply during peak energy consumption periods in ten regions of Russia.</li><li>The restriction also extends to parts of the Irkutsk region, Buryatia, and the Zabaikalsky Krai.</li><li>The ban aims to address energy infrastructure challenges and curb power imbalances while efficiently allocating electricity resources.</li></ul>

Russia to limit mining in energy-strapped regions until 2031

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