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NYC woman gets 18 years in prison for funding terrorism using Bitcoin
A New York woman gets 18 years in prison for laundering $12,000 in Bitcoin to fund a terrorist group in Syria. Victoria Jacobs, also known as Bakhrom Talipov, 44, was sentenced to 18 years in prison by a New York… дальше »
2024-5-1 09:32 | |
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Indonesian President Joko Widodo Warns of Money Laundering via Crypto and NFTs
Indonesian President Joko Widodo warned the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (PPATK) to monitor the use of crypto and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for money laundering during a speech last Wednesday at the 22nd Anniversary of the National Movement for Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Prevention at the State Palace, Jakarta. дальше »
2024-4-24 08:33 | |
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US Treasury Department Probes $165 Million Potentially Funding Terrorism: Reports
The US Treasury's probe into $165 million potentially tied to Hamas funding underscores the complex interplay between cryptocurrency and global terrorism financing efforts. The post US Treasury Department Probes $165 Million Potentially Funding Terrorism: Reports appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2024-3-14 08:15 | |
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US Treasury reports minimal crypto use in financing Hamas activities
A United States Treasury official has clarified that cryptocurrencies play a minimal role in financing the operations of militant groups such as Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, counteracting earlier reports of tens of millions of dollars in terrorism funding. Brian… дальше »
2024-2-15 11:41 | |
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U.S. Treasury Debunks Narrative That Hamas Relied on Crypto to Fund Terrorism
Just after Hamas' terrorist attacks in Israel last year, crypto took blame for helping fund such brutal killing. While the prominent media reports were later bashed by cryptocurrency experts, the U. дальше »
2024-2-16 23:56 | |
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US Senators Push for Tougher Action on Crypto in Terrorism Financing
Discover the Terrorism Financing Prevention Act introduced by U.S. Senators, targeting foreign support to terrorist organizations The post US Senators Push for Tougher Action on Crypto in Terrorism Financing appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-12-11 02:32 | |
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America Has a New Threat and It’s Crypto, Claims Elizabeth Warren
US Senator Elizabeth Warren has criticized cryptocurrencies, claiming they pose a threat to the country by facilitating terrorism and drug trafficking. However, data shows less than 0. 2% of crypto is used illicitly. дальше »
2023-12-8 06:19 | |
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U.S. Treasury to expand sanctions powers for digital assets
The Biden administration is urging Congress to consider the most significant updates to the Treasury’s sanctions authority since 2001. This move aims to better regulate the use of digital assets for financial transactions in regions impacted by terrorism. According to… дальше »
2023-11-30 11:09 | |
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European Banking Authority proposes overhaul of AML, CFT rules for crypto providers
In a consultation paper released on Nov. 24, the European Banking Authority (EBA), an EU agency tasked with implementing a standard set of rules to regulate banking across all EU countries, highlights that existing regulations governing Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) standards compliance for crypto providers are inadequate. дальше »
2023-11-24 19:10 | |
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SFC releases updated AML/CFT checklist for virtual asset service providers
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has introduced an updated Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Financing of Terrorism Self-Assessment Checklist, aimed at enhancing compliance in the evolving virtual asset sector. дальше »
2023-11-15 00:43 | |
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U.S. House Committee to probe crypto’s role in illicit activities
On Nov. 15, the U.S. House Financial Services Committee will scrutinize cryptocurrency’s role in illicit activities, focusing on money laundering and terrorism funding. The U.S. House of Representatives Financial Services Committee (FSC) is holding a big meeting on Nov. 15… дальше »
2023-11-14 12:37 | |
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Turkey eyes new law on crypto assets: report
Turkey is preparing a new law on crypto regulation, according to Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek. The legislation looks to toughen approach to money laundering and terrorism financing to bring Turkey into compliance with Financial Action Task Force (FATF) requirements. дальше »
2023-11-1 19:14 | |
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US Urges Crypto Asset Firms To Intensify Efforts Against Illicit Financing
Amid the ongoing global crackdown on financial crimes and terrorism funding, the US government recently highlighted concerns regarding the alleged inadequate efforts of some companies operating in the crypto asset space. дальше »
2023-10-27 21:00 | |
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U.S. Lawmakers Lummis, Hill Urge DOJ Decision on Charging Binance, Tether for Aiding Hamas
U.S. lawmakers Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wy.) and Rep. French Hill (R-Ark.) have urged the Department of Justice to "expeditiously conclude" investigations and reach a decision on charging Binance and Tether for aiding terrorism financing for Hamas. дальше »
2023-10-26 20:38 | |
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U.S. Senate's Banking Chairman Says Panel to 'Crack Down' on Crypto's Terrorism Ties
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) has said the Senate Banking Committee will "crack down on the use of crypto to fund terrorism and evade sanctions" at a time when the U.S. must stand with both Ukraine and Israel as they fight back against Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian-backed terrorists like Hamas. дальше »
2023-10-26 19:14 | |
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Crypto Terror Funding: Elliptic Uncovers The Real Extent
Crypto terrorism funding is at the focus of analysts today as concerns have been raised about the use of digital assets in funding militant organizations, with a particular focus on Hamas. However, blockchain forensics firm Elliptic is challenging the notion that crypto has played a significant role in terrorist financing, emphasizing the misrepresentation of recent […] дальше »
2023-10-26 10:38 | |
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FinCEN issues new alert about crypto-financed terrorism
FinCEN has urged crypto-service providers to be vigilant in recognizing and reporting suspicious transactions This includes clients who have engaged in transactions with businesses located in jThe post FinCEN issues new alert about crypto-financed terrorism appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2023-10-21 15:30 | |
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Crypto Aid Israel brings in $185k in donations for humanitarian relief despite phishing attack
Crypto Aid Israel, an emergency relief fund created to support Israeli victims of Hamas terrorism, has received over $185,000 in donations despite suffering a phishing attack. In an Oct. 19 statement shared with CryptoSlate, Crypto Aid Israel said it had completed two rounds of aid distribution of 200,000 NIS, around $49,000, to various organizations spearheading the […] The post Crypto Aid Israel brings in $185k in donations for humanitarian relief despite phishing attack appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2023-10-19 20:00 | |
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Advocacy groups push back against Sen. Warren linking crypto with terrorism
The Blockchain Association and Crypto Council for Innovation said Hamas had reportedly stopped using Bitcoin, as authorities could more easily track funds. дальше »
2023-10-20 19:26 | |
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Chainalysis report debunks crypto’s role in terrorism financing
Terrorism financing is chiefly reliant on fiat currency, not cryptocurrencies, as revealed by the latest Chainalysis report. On Oct. 18, Chainalysis, a blockchain analytics firm, published a report that sheds light on the cryptocurrency’s minimal role in funding terrorism. The… дальше »
2023-10-19 15:46 | |
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Chainalysis says crypto usage for terror financing is ‘tiny fraction’ of overall volume
A recent report by Chainalysis has cast doubt on sensationalized claims regarding the use of cryptocurrency by terrorist organizations for financing. In the wake of a recent terrorist attack by Hamas in Israel, the report aims to correct misconceptions surrounding the role of digital currencies in funding terrorism. дальше »
2023-10-19 07:00 | |
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Crypto-Terrorism Concerns? Senator Warren And 100 Lawmakers Push Biden For Swift Response
In the middle of escalating tensions between Israel and Hamas, over 100 legislators, led by Senators Elizabeth Warren and Roger Marshall and Representative Sean Casten, have issued a bipartisan note urging the Biden administration to address alleged close relations between crypto and terrorism. дальше »
2023-10-19 01:00 | |
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Sen. Warren, 100+ legislators write White House, Treasury about crypto and terrorism
The letter was signed by crypto opponents and many lawmakers who had been neutral on crypto until now.
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Why US Anti-Crypto Bill Could Be Approved Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict
The Israel-Palestine conflict amplifies concerns over crypto-financed terrorism. Senator Warren pushes for tighter controls, while crypto firms collaborate with authorities to mitigate the misuse of cryptocurrencies for illicit purposes. дальше »
2023-10-17 18:47 | |
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Tether Freezes 32 Crypto Addresses Linked To Terrorism In Israel And Ukraine
Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin company, has reaffirmed its commitment to combating cryptocurrency-funded terrorism and warfare by collaborating with law enforcement agencies worldwide. The company has frozen 32 addresses containing $873,118. дальше »
2023-10-16 20:00 | |
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Tether freezes 32 addresses linked to terrorism in Israel and Ukraine
Tether, the company that issues the stablecoin USDT, has frozen 32 wallet addresses reportedly linked to terrorism. The targeted addresses are alleged to have conducted activities linked to the current wars in Israel and Ukraine. дальше »
2023-10-16 19:14 | |
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Tether freezes $873k in assets linked to financing terrorism
Stablecoin firm Tether (USDT) seized digital assets worth $873,118. 34 from 32 addresses linked to warfare and terrorism in Ukraine and Israel. Critics of the crypto industry have frequently raised concerns about its potential use for funding terrorist and malicious operations. дальше »
2023-10-16 17:50 | |
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Tether freezes 32 addresses linked to terrorism in Israel and Ukraine
Key takeaways Stablecoin issuer Tether has frozen over 30 crypto addresses linked to terrorism and warfare in Ukraine and Israel. The crypto addresses held over $800k collectively. Tether freezes crypto addresses linked to warfare in Ukraine and Israel Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, announced in a blog post on Monday that it has frozen […] The post Tether freezes 32 addresses linked to terrorism in Israel and Ukraine appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »
2023-10-16 17:22 | |
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How Hamas Leverages Crypto to Fuel Its Operations
Hamas utilizes the decentralized nature of cryptocurrencies to gather funds, bypassing traditional financial scrutiny. This evolving tactic has spurred global law enforcement and legislators to action, seeking to halt digital avenues for terrorism financing while navigating the complex regulatory landscape of blockchain technology. дальше »
2023-10-13 20:15 | |
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Coinbase Singapore now requires counterparty’s personal information to process transactions
Coinbase Singapore users must provide additional counterparty information when initiating cryptocurrency deposits or withdrawals from their accounts starting Sept. 5. The exchange said it introduced these measures in compliance with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulations on anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism. дальше »
2023-9-6 18:00 | |
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DeFi bill introduced in Senate would hold major investors responsible for illegal use
Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Mark Warner (D-VA) have introduced a new bill that aims to combat illicit financial activity like money laundering and terrorism financing in decentralized finance (DeFi), Bloomberg News reported on July 19. дальше »
2023-7-20 22:43 | |
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Israel Seizes Cryptocurrency Linked to Hezbollah
Israel seized over $1.7 million in cryptocurrency linked to funding the Hezbollah militant group, marking a significant step in countering terrorism financing. The post Israel Seizes Cryptocurrency Linked to Hezbollah appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-6-29 18:00 | |
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Crypto travel rule fails to meet FATF standards, says report
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has issued a renewed call urging countries to adopt and implement the "Travel Rule" as a vital measure to combat money laundering and terrorism financing facilitated through cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2023-6-27 19:38 | |
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Global FATF Crypto Standards Fall Short With Countries on Grey List
Regarding the framework for money laundering and terrorism financing, the FATF made comments about Luxembourg as an international financial center. The Plenary concluded that Luxembourg had successfully met the technical conditions set forth by the FATF. дальше »
2023-6-26 12:30 | |
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Israel targets Binance accounts in battle against terrorism
Israeli authorities have confiscated approximately 190 Binance accounts believed to be affiliated with terrorist organizations, prompting concerns over the cryptocurrency exchange’s anti-money laundering measures. дальше »
2023-5-5 14:14 | |
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Israel seized nearly 200 Binance accounts over terrorism links over two years
Authorities in Israel have seized 190 Binance accounts with ties to Islamic terrorist groups since 2021, Reuters said on May 4. Reuters reported that two of those accounts were linked to Islamic State (ISIS) and that almost all of the other accounts were owned by three firms with ties to Hamas. дальше »
2023-5-5 01:45 | |
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Bill on combating the financing of terrorism through cryptocurrencies has been submitted to the US Senate
The United States Senate has taken a significant step towards combating the financing of terrorism through cryptocurrencies by submitting a new bill to Congress. The bill, named the “Combating the Financing of Terrorism Act,” seeks to address the growing concern of terrorist organizations using digital currencies to fund their operations. дальше »
2023-5-3 13:00 | |
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Kraken gets regulatory approval to operate in Ireland
Kraken secured a virtual asset service provider (VASP) license from the Central Bank of Ireland on April 18. The license allows the crypto exchange to operate in the country legally. Kraken said the approval shows that it adheres to strict anti-money laundering and terrorism financing rules and added that the license is proof of its […] The post Kraken gets regulatory approval to operate in Ireland appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2023-4-19 21:24 | |
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U.S. Treasury Risk Assessment On DeFi Seeks To Identify Potential Gaps In Regulatory Regime
On April 6, 2023, the U. S. Department of the Treasury published its illicit finance risk assessment on Decentralized Finance (DeFI) services. Non-compliance to Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) was identified as the primary DeFi vulnerability exploited by illicit actors. дальше »
2023-4-8 20:31 | |
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NEXO offices in Bulgaria raided by authorities, money laundering claims
Nexo offices in Bulgaria were raided by authorities early this morning. There are claims one of the users was financing terrorism. Nexo has confirmed the incident and said it is cooperating with authorities. дальше »
2023-1-12 16:08 | |
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Decoding Israel's request to seize crypto and its impact on crypto-funded terrorism
Israel has allowed authorities to seize suspicious crypto wallets This ruling came as a counter-terrorism measure Israel, with its latest decision on 18 December, has set a key precedent wThe post Decoding Israel's request to seize crypto and its impact on crypto-funded terrorism appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2022-12-19 15:30 | |
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Crypto Funding of Terrorism Has Quadrupled in Recent Years, Claims UN
Growing evidence suggests that terrorism is being increasing funded using crypto, according to a United Nations official. The post Crypto Funding of Terrorism Has Quadrupled in Recent Years, Claims UN appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-11-2 16:00 | |
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