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In recent developments, oFAC sanctions senior Iranian security figures, Babak Zanjani, and two UK-registered crypto exchanges for aiding the IRGC and human rights abuses. The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s…
Russia-linked A7A5 stablecoin processed $100B before sanctions hit: Elliptic
In recent developments, elliptic said the ruble-backed A7A5 token functioned as a bridge into USDT markets before sanctions and exchange controls curbed its growth. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…
How global sanctions are reshaping illicit crypto activity
In recent developments, chainalysis recorded $154 billion in illicit inflows, driven largely by sanctioned entities. Russia’s ruble-backed A7A5 token processed over $93.3 billion in transactions within a year. Illicit transactions…
Global sanctions fuel record flow to illicit crypto addresses
In recent developments, the Global Sanctions Inflation Index estimated there were just under 80,000 total sanctioned entities and persons globally as of May 2025. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…
Seoul Considers Sanctions on North Korea Following US Crypto Crackdown
In recent developments, vice Foreign Minister Kim Ji-na says South Korea could adjust its sanctions posture if needed, citing threats from North Korean crypto theft. Looking closer, market participants highlight…