U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has reportedly been seizing Bitcoin mining rigs, causing significant delays for U.S. mining firms in receiving new equipment. The seizures are believed to be tied to scrutiny of Sopgho, a Bitmain-affiliated chip manufacturer, which has been added to a restricted U.S. trade list. Miners suspect that customs officials are holding up the rigs to confirm whether they contain chips from the restricted Sopgho. The delays, coupled with hefty fees, could impact the competitiveness of miners and the health of the Bitcoin network in the U.S.



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