The US has begun returning Chinese cryptocurrency mining machines after their confiscation due to security regulations and trade sanctions against China

The US authorities have begun returning Chinese cryptocurrency mining machines seized as part of efforts to enforce regulations related to technology security. The confiscation, initiated by Customs at the request of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), affected devices from manufacturers such as Bitmain, MicroBT, and Canaan. These measures are part of a broader campaign against Chinese technology in sensitive sectors, which has intensified amid trade conflicts. The seizure of up to 10,000 machines created difficulties for American miners, who need to update their equipment to remain competitive.