Elizabeth Warren questions Bitmain hardware over US security risks.
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Elizabeth Warren questions Bitmain hardware over US security risks. Us Senator Warren Seeks Bitmain Records as a Trump-Linked Mining Deal Raises National Security Concerns Published on: 28 Mar 2026, 12:00 pm US Senator Elizabeth Warren has asked the Commerce Department for records tied to Bitmain, a Chinese manufacturer of Bitcoin mining machines, as concerns continue over foreign-made crypto equipment used in the United States. Her request follows earlier reports that federal authorities examined whether Bitmain's hardware posed security risks. The letter also asked whether there had been any contact between Bitmain, the department, and members of the Trump family. Warren Seeks records on federal review. Warren sent the letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and asked for documents related to any federal review of Bitmain and its products. The request came after reports that Bitmain had been part of an inquiry known as "Operation Red Sunset." This probe examined whether certain mining machines could be remotely accessed to spy or interfere with power systems. The senator asked the department to explain what information it has gathered about the company and whether the agency has taken steps to address any potential risks associated with Bitmain devices. She also requested material showing how the department has handled the matter so far. The current status of...
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The issue gained more attention after American Bitcoin Corp., backed by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., agreed to buy 16,000 Bitmain mining rigs for $314 million last year.
