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3232Stablecoins a ‘Stealth Weapon’ for US Power, Dollar Milkshake Creator Says
https://www.digit.info/stablecoins-a-stealth-weapon-for-us-power-dollar-milkshake-creator-says/
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 23:30:01 +0000https://www.digit.info/stablecoins-a-stealth-weapon-for-us-power-dollar-milkshake-creator-says/Read more]]>Brent Johnson, CEO of wealth management firm Santiago Capital and creator of the “Dollar Milkshake Theory,” says that stablecoins may end up being the “stealth weapon” that the U.S. will use to establish a global power. Stablecoins Could Steal the Sovereignty of Smaller Nations, Expert Says In a new interview on the Bankless Youtube channel, […]
]]>Russia’s Digital Currency Measures Fail to Satisfy FATF, Blacklist Possible
https://www.digit.info/russias-digital-currency-measures-fail-to-satisfy-fatf-blacklist-possible/
Thu, 17 Oct 2024 08:46:23 +0000https://www.digit.info/russias-digital-currency-measures-fail-to-satisfy-fatf-blacklist-possible/Read more]]>Russia’s financial regulator maintains that its anti-money laundering system, including strengthened virtual currency regulations, remains effective even if the country faces potential blacklisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The agency highlighted new federal laws addressing previous concerns and stressed that no significant deficiencies exist that would justify Russia’s inclusion on the FATF blacklist, […]
]]>New York Regulator Hiring Blockchain Analyst to Tackle Crypto Crimes
https://www.digit.info/new-york-regulator-hiring-blockchain-analyst-to-tackle-crypto-crimes/
Mon, 07 Oct 2024 11:20:40 +0000https://www.digit.info/new-york-regulator-hiring-blockchain-analyst-to-tackle-crypto-crimes/Read more]]>New York’s financial regulator has a job opening for a Virtual Currency Senior Blockchain Analytics Analyst. The permanent position focuses on preventing financial crimes such as money laundering and fraud by ensuring compliance in the growing virtual currency sector. The role involves using blockchain analytics to monitor risks. Applications are due by Oct. 14. New […]
]]>BRICS Unified Exchange to Leverage Blockchain and Virtual Currency for Settlements
https://www.digit.info/brics-unified-exchange-to-leverage-blockchain-and-virtual-currency-for-settlements/
Thu, 03 Oct 2024 21:35:09 +0000https://www.digit.info/brics-unified-exchange-to-leverage-blockchain-and-virtual-currency-for-settlements/Read more]]>Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Alexander Babakov proposed creating a unified BRICS exchange using blockchain and virtual currency for inter-bloc settlements. Babakov stated that such an organization “will be the key to the economic sovereignty and independence of our countries,” while sidestepping the use of third-party payment networks. Newly Proposed BRICS Unified Exchange May […]
]]>US Treasury Sanctions Cambodian Tycoon Over Crypto Fraud and Trafficking Links
https://www.digit.info/us-treasury-sanctions-cambodian-tycoon-over-crypto-fraud-and-trafficking-links/
Fri, 13 Sep 2024 06:46:16 +0000https://www.digit.info/us-treasury-sanctions-cambodian-tycoon-over-crypto-fraud-and-trafficking-links/Read more]]>The U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed sanctions on Cambodian tycoon Ly Yong Phat and his businesses, linking them to human trafficking and forced labor scams involving cryptocurrency fraud. Victims were manipulated into online scam centers, and trafficked workers were forced into labor for these schemes. The sanctions freeze U.S.-based assets and prohibit transactions, […]
]]>United Texas Bank Faces Regulatory Action for AML Failures Linked to ‘Virtual Currency Customers’
https://www.digit.info/united-texas-bank-faces-regulatory-action-for-aml-failures-linked-to-virtual-currency-customers/
Wed, 04 Sep 2024 21:09:46 +0000https://www.digit.info/united-texas-bank-faces-regulatory-action-for-aml-failures-linked-to-virtual-currency-customers/Read more]]>United Texas Bank has been issued a cease and desist order by the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Texas Department of Banking due to significant compliance deficiencies. The bank must take immediate action to rectify issues related to its anti-money laundering (AML) program and corporate governance oversight. Cease and Desist Order for United Texas Bank […]
]]>Clucoin Founder Pleads Guilty to Crypto Fraud, Confesses to Personal Use of Investor Funds
https://www.digit.info/clucoin-founder-pleads-guilty-to-crypto-fraud-confesses-to-personal-use-of-investor-funds/
Fri, 23 Aug 2024 11:20:23 +0000https://www.digit.info/clucoin-founder-pleads-guilty-to-crypto-fraud-confesses-to-personal-use-of-investor-funds/Read more]]>The founder of cryptocurrency project Clucoin has pled guilty to wire fraud, admitting to diverting $1.14 million in investor funds for personal use, including gambling. Despite promoting the cryptocurrency for charitable causes, Taylor used his social media influence to attract investments, which he then misappropriated. He faces up to 20 years in prison. Clucoin Founder […]
]]>Massive $593.5M Bitcoin Move: US Government Shifts Silk Road Stash to Coinbase Prime
https://www.digit.info/massive-593-5m-bitcoin-move-us-government-shifts-silk-road-stash-to-coinbase-prime/
Wed, 14 Aug 2024 17:45:13 +0000https://www.digit.info/massive-593-5m-bitcoin-move-us-government-shifts-silk-road-stash-to-coinbase-prime/Read more]]>A transaction unearthed by Arkham Intelligence revealed that bitcoins linked to the Silk Road have been moved to Coinbase Prime. “10K Silk Road BTC ($593.5M) moved to Coinbase Prime,” Arkham posted on X. The firm further explained, “Wallet bc1ql received 10K BTC from a known US Government wallet 2 weeks ago. This BTC has just […]
]]>Indian Court Reaffirms Legality of Cryptocurrency, Grants Bail to Yes World CEO
https://www.digit.info/indian-court-reaffirms-legality-of-cryptocurrency-grants-bail-to-yes-world-ceo/
Sat, 03 Aug 2024 15:16:39 +0000https://www.digit.info/indian-court-reaffirms-legality-of-cryptocurrency-grants-bail-to-yes-world-ceo/Read more]]>The Orissa High Court in India has reaffirmed that cryptocurrency trading and transactions are neither banned nor deemed illegal in India. Citing the legality of crypto, the court granted bail to Sandeep Chowdhury, CEO of Yes World, who was accused of defrauding investors through a Ponzi scheme disguised as a cryptocurrency business. Orissa High Court […]
]]>279 Crypto Accounts Forfeited to US Government in North Korean Laundering Crackdown
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Sun, 12 May 2024 17:30:58 +0000https://www.digit.info/2024/05/12/279-crypto-accounts-forfeited-to-us-government-in-north-korean-laundering-crackdown/Read more]]>The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has ordered the forfeiture of 279 cryptocurrency accounts containing funds linked to alleged hacks of crypto exchanges by North Korean operatives. This measure is a component of a broader U.S. effort aimed at dismantling cyber operations that finance North Korea’s nuclear and missile initiatives. The decision […]
Brent Johnson, CEO of wealth management firm Santiago Capital and creator of the “Dollar Milkshake Theory,” says that stablecoins may end up being the “stealth weapon” that the U.S. will use to establish a global power. Stablecoins Could Steal the Sovereignty of Smaller Nations, Expert Says In a new interview on the Bankless Youtube channel, […]
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Russia’s financial regulator maintains that its anti-money laundering system, including strengthened virtual currency regulations, remains effective even if the country faces potential blacklisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The agency highlighted new federal laws addressing previous concerns and stressed that no significant deficiencies exist that would justify Russia’s inclusion on the FATF blacklist, […]
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New York’s financial regulator has a job opening for a Virtual Currency Senior Blockchain Analytics Analyst. The permanent position focuses on preventing financial crimes such as money laundering and fraud by ensuring compliance in the growing virtual currency sector. The role involves using blockchain analytics to monitor risks. Applications are due by Oct. 14. New […]
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Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Alexander Babakov proposed creating a unified BRICS exchange using blockchain and virtual currency for inter-bloc settlements. Babakov stated that such an organization “will be the key to the economic sovereignty and independence of our countries,” while sidestepping the use of third-party payment networks. Newly Proposed BRICS Unified Exchange May […]
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed sanctions on Cambodian tycoon Ly Yong Phat and his businesses, linking them to human trafficking and forced labor scams involving cryptocurrency fraud. Victims were manipulated into online scam centers, and trafficked workers were forced into labor for these schemes. The sanctions freeze U.S.-based assets and prohibit transactions, […]
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United Texas Bank has been issued a cease and desist order by the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Texas Department of Banking due to significant compliance deficiencies. The bank must take immediate action to rectify issues related to its anti-money laundering (AML) program and corporate governance oversight. Cease and Desist Order for United Texas Bank […]
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The founder of cryptocurrency project Clucoin has pled guilty to wire fraud, admitting to diverting $1.14 million in investor funds for personal use, including gambling. Despite promoting the cryptocurrency for charitable causes, Taylor used his social media influence to attract investments, which he then misappropriated. He faces up to 20 years in prison. Clucoin Founder […]
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A transaction unearthed by Arkham Intelligence revealed that bitcoins linked to the Silk Road have been moved to Coinbase Prime. “10K Silk Road BTC ($593.5M) moved to Coinbase Prime,” Arkham posted on X. The firm further explained, “Wallet bc1ql received 10K BTC from a known US Government wallet 2 weeks ago. This BTC has just […]
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The Orissa High Court in India has reaffirmed that cryptocurrency trading and transactions are neither banned nor deemed illegal in India. Citing the legality of crypto, the court granted bail to Sandeep Chowdhury, CEO of Yes World, who was accused of defrauding investors through a Ponzi scheme disguised as a cryptocurrency business. Orissa High Court […]
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The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has ordered the forfeiture of 279 cryptocurrency accounts containing funds linked to alleged hacks of crypto exchanges by North Korean operatives. This measure is a component of a broader U.S. effort aimed at dismantling cyber operations that finance North Korea’s nuclear and missile initiatives. The decision […]
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