Kuwait, once a haven for Bitcoin miners seeking cheap electricity, is now facing increasing pressure to curb the practice as the nation grapples with an intensifying energy crisis. The crackdown targets residential properties utilizing crypto mining, citing excessive electricity consumption as a major threat to the national power grid. 60 individuals are currently under investigation for operating illegal rigs from their homes. 80% of Kuwait’s power comes from its own oil and gas plants. The nationwide clampdown coincides with scorching temperatures that strain the already stressed electricity infrastructure. While mining is not solely responsible for the power woes, it has become a focal point for regulators seeking to minimize unnecessary energy consumption. Following similar actions in Russia and China, Kuwait joins a growing list of nations taking proactive measures to safeguard energy supplies and combat climate change.