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US: Seeks $61M Crypto Forfeiture in Iran Oil Scheme

US: Seeks $61M Crypto Forfeiture in Iran Oil Scheme

US seeks forfeiture of $61 million in crypto tied to alleged Iranian oil scheme, highlighting crypto sanctions enforcement actions.

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The US government moved to seize $61 million in cryptocurrency linked to an alleged Iranian oil scheme, according to Decrypt. This case demonstrates crypto sanctions enforcement targeting networks that facilitate Iranian oil crypto laundering despite export restrictions. US crypto regulation impact grows as authorities intensify efforts to disrupt such illicit flows in digital assets.


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