The police in Japan are cracking down on the illegal use of personal computers for cryptocurrency mining. Multiple prefectural police departments are currently investigating one particular case and pursuing criminal charges, which would make it the first criminal case in Japan where computers are illegally used for mining cryptocurrencies.
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Police to Press Charges
A police investigation is underway in Japan over the hijacking of personal computers to mine cryptocurrencies, the Mainichi reported.
Hitbtc, the world’s eighth largest crypto exchange according to Coinmarketcap, has announced a service suspension for Japanese residents. 
In Tokyo, “Bitcoin no Madoguchi” (loosely translated as “Bitcoin’s Window”) recently started offering information on cryptocurrencies, crypto exchanges, and the latest news in the space. The shop is currently accepting reservations from customers seeking guidance. The company’s website explains: 
