TNB to Coordinate with Petaling Jaya MP to Assist Homeowners and Businesses Affected by Illegal Bitcoin Mining
Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung (seated, centre) and some of the victims who were slapped with huge TNB bills due to stolen electricity.
Coordinated Efforts to Find Best Solution
Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) has announced that it will coordinate with Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung to reach out to the 45 homeowners and businesses affected by illegal Bitcoin mining activities. According to a statement by TNB, the utility giant will contact Lee with plans to engage with each affected property owner to find the best solution.
Awareness Campaign Launched
The utility giant was responding to a report in FMT yesterday, which highlighted the plight of the affected homeowners and businesses. TNB has also launched an awareness campaign to remind property owners to submit a change of tenancy (COT) application to TNB whenever a new tenant occupies their premises. This step can help prevent any disputes or liabilities related to electricity accounts in the future.
Victims Left Financially and Emotionally Distressed
Yesterday, FMT reported that 45 homeowners and businesses lost RM8.5 million in electricity charges due to tenants using their premises for illegal activities. The victims claim they were unaware of the operations until they received notices from TNB, leaving many in financial and emotional distress.
Calls for Task Force to Investigate Bitcoin Mining Activities
Lee, who was present at the press conference, urged TNB to form a task force to investigate Bitcoin mining activities. The PKR lawmaker also announced that he will propose amendments to the Electricity Supply Act 1990 in the Dewan Rakyat sitting next month. The proposed amendments will be aimed at strengthening enforcement against fraudulent activities, improving customer verification processes, and mandating monitoring systems for unusual power consumption.
FAQs
Q: How can I submit a change of tenancy (COT) application to TNB?
A: You can submit a COT application via the TNB Careline Facebook page or call TNB at 1-300-88-5454 between 8am and 7pm on weekdays, or between 8am and 5pm on weekends and public holidays.
Q: What are the consequences of not submitting a COT application?
A: Failure to submit a COT application can lead to disputes or liabilities related to electricity accounts in the future.
Q: What is the purpose of the proposed amendments to the Electricity Supply Act 1990?
A: The proposed amendments aim to strengthen enforcement against fraudulent activities, improve customer verification processes, and mandate monitoring systems for unusual power consumption.
Q: How can I report suspected Bitcoin mining activities?
A: You can report suspected Bitcoin mining activities to TNB via the TNB Careline Facebook page or call TNB at 1-300-88-5454.