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ryanmarsh on Oct 14, 2017 | parent | context | favorite | on: Adguard found 220 sites that launch mining when a ...

What if I’m on an official ISIS web site (bear with me here) and I mine a block for them. Have I provided material support to a terrorist organization?

mikenew on Oct 14, 2017 | [–]

No more than viewing an ad on their site brought them revenue.

KGIII on Oct 14, 2017 | [–]

Technically, yes. Legally? I'd assume mens rea still applies.

I am not a lawyer, this is not legal advice. If you wish to provide material support to ISIS, consult a qualified legal professional in the appropriate jurisdiction.

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