Russia expands a regional ban on cryptocurrency mining through 2032, adding Moscow and surrounding areas to existing restrictions. According to multiple reports, regional authorities issue a decree that prohibits or restricts crypto-mining activities across the Moscow Region through the end of 2032, with Moscow also included in the covered area. One outlet reports that the measure extends the ban to Moscow and the Moscow Region, while also covering parts of the Kursk Region. The stated rationale across sources centers on electricity supply and grid reliability. Officials cite concerns that crypto mining consumes significant power and could strain local energy systems, potentially contributing to future electricity shortages. One report references an estimate that mining uses around 1 gigawatt of power, which regional energy officials say is relevant to planning for capacity and demand. The reports describe the expansion as an update to the government’s broader approach to managing energy demand associated with mining operations.