Russia Requires Crypto Miners to Report Network Addresses Starting May 30

Russia has been tightening oversight of its digital asset sector as industrial-scale mining strains regional power grids. The government introduced Decree No. 556, which expands existing registration requirements to include technical identifiers such as IP addresses and network endpoints. By linking a miner’s legal identity to its energy connection point and online activity, authorities hope to create a clearer picture of who is consuming electricity and where.

Beginning May 30, all registered crypto miners and mining infrastructure operators in Russia must report their network address data to the relevant regulator. This requirement applies to both large facilities and smaller operators that currently hold a license. The rule is part of a broader effort to match operational activity with official registrations.

The new reporting rule gives Russian regulators a concrete tool to detect undeclared mining operations and to verify that licensed miners are not underreporting their energy use. For compliant businesses, the change adds an administrative step but also reduces the competitive advantage of those operating outside the system. Energy providers may benefit from more accurate load forecasting as they gain visibility into mining‑related demand.