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The UN said USDT is among the most used tools for illicit financing, but the stablecoin issuer says the report ignores its benefits
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If someone stole the Mona Lisa, you’d probably be upset for a little while — but if someone stole your crypto, you’d probably be upset…forever
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I’ve seen crypto used in some of the worst crimes in my 10 years at the DOJ — but I still dedicate my life to protecting it
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In many instances, digital assets were a contributing factor leading to more severe penalties, an RMIT study has found
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Latest measures against crypto exchange crucial “proof point” for US and allies going after Russian crypto crime ecosystem, Chainalysis exec says
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Brazil lawmakers have approved a crypto bill that includes a new crime of virtual asset embezzlement — topical considering the FTX scandal
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The British Parliament wants to widen the reach of authorities when it comes to cryptoasset seizures tied to criminal activity
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The Russian citizen was extradited from the Netherlands to face charges of laundering proceeds from crimes paid in crypto
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A number of crypto executives said they’re cautiously optimistic about enforcement clarity as a result of the FBI’s move
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Criminal activity surged last year — but represented all-time low 0.15% of crypto transaction volume
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