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Hidden cryptocurrency farm in Mexico allegedly finances cartels

Authorities reportedly found a concealed cryptocurrency-mining operation in the Mexican mountains that allegedly helps cartels launder millions through bitcoin.

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Cryptocurrency infrastructure linked to organized crime could expand cartel financing and complicate efforts to trace illicit funds.

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  1. Hidden crypto farm in Mexican mountains puts spotlight on cartel funding ↗cyprus-mail.com · Recorded source date: Sep 12, 2026, 1:17 PM UTC
  2. Hidden crypto farm in Mexican mountains puts spotlight on cartel funding ↗yahoo.com · Recorded source date: Sep 12, 2026, 7:01 PM UTC
  3. Hidden crypto farm in Mexican mountains puts spotlight ↗ibcworldnews.com · Recorded source date: Sep 12, 2026, 7:32 PM UTC

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