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Power-Hungry Illegal Crypto Farm Discovered in a Kuwaiti House

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2 months ago

July 28, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, July 28: A Kuwaiti citizen has been arrested for operating an illegal cryptocurrency mining setup from a house in Sabah Al-Ahmad Residential City, raising concerns about electricity theft and network stability.

Acting on the directives of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, the General Department of Criminal Investigation, through its Anti-Financial Crimes Department, launched an operation to clamp down on unlicensed activities draining public resources. The suspect, identified as Khaled Samir Fahd Shehab, had reportedly restarted his crypto mining operation just 15 days ago, following a temporary shutdown during a recent security sweep.

Investigators discovered that the house in question was rented under the name of an individual whose Kuwaiti citizenship had been revoked. A search warrant was obtained from the Public Prosecution, leading to the arrest of the accused and the seizure of mining equipment.

Authorities noted that such illegal mining operations not only violate local laws but also consume excessive electricity, putting immense pressure on Kuwait’s public power grid. The Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy has been informed and is pursuing further legal and technical action regarding the unauthorized use of power.

The accused has been referred to the relevant authorities for prosecution.

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Kuwait Cracks Down on Reckless Overtaking in Traffic Campaign

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13 minutes ago

September 21, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, Sept. 21: The Traffic and Operations Sector has intensified inspection campaigns aimed at curbing reckless driving practices, particularly violations related to overtaking and the deliberate obstruction of traffic flow.

The campaign was carried out in coordination with patrol teams from the General Traffic Department, supported by civil patrols from the Security Control Department. Advanced monitoring methods were also deployed, including the use of drones to track violators and document offenses.

In a statement, the Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing road safety and reducing traffic accidents. The ministry urged citizens and residents alike to comply with traffic regulations and to cooperate with security personnel to help maintain order on the roads and safeguard public safety.

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One Person Injured as Firefighters Battle Al-Rawdah Blaze

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15 hours ago

September 20, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, Sept 20: Firefighting teams managed to bring a house fire under control in the Al-Rawdah area on Saturday afternoon. According to the Fire Department, the teams quickly evacuated the house to ensure the safety of its occupants before tackling the blaze. Firefighters were able to contain the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby properties. The incident left one person injured, who was immediately handed over to emergency medical teams for treatment. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.

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Court clears blogger, ex-candidate; murder suspect remains in custody

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16 hours ago

September 20, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, Sept 20: The Court of Cassation on Thursday upheld the acquittal of a blogger residing outside Kuwait on charges of spreading false news. It also upheld the acquittal of a former National Assembly election candidate who expressed his dissatisfaction with the appointment of undersecretaries in ministries on social media.

Meanwhile, the Criminal Court rejected the request to release a Saudi woman accused of beating her maid to death in Sabah Al-Nasser, hence, the continuation of her detention pending trial. This court also postponed the hearing of the case of a citizen and others accused of insulting a segment of society, until Oct 1.

Meanwhile, the Court of Appeal on Thursday sentenced former MP Bader Al-Dahoum to one year in prison, suspended the execution of the sentence, and set bail at KD 5,000. The court also ordered Al-Dahoum to maintain good conduct for three years to avoid serving the sentence. Al-Dahoum was convicted of insulting Constitutional Court judges during a seminar. Also, the Court of First Instance ordered the Public Authority for the Disabled Affairs (PADA) to amend a citizen’s disability classification to “severe disability,” thus overturning a previous classification of medium disability.

The court based its decision on official medical reports proving the citizen’s deteriorating health condition requires permanent care. Lawyer Ali Matar Al-Wawan, who represented the citizen, emphasized that the ruling is a significant victory for the rights of persons with disabilities and affirms judicial oversight over administrative decisions impacting individuals’ basic rights. He said the court invalidated the prior classification due to its lack of a sound medical basis and contradiction with the Ministry of Health’s reports. Al-Wawan added that this ruling sets an important precedent, allowing all persons with disabilities to review their classifications and claim their full rights in cases of administrative errors or negligence.

By Jaber Al-Hamoud
Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff