SANCTIONS
Iran Eyes Bitcoin (BTC) Tolls for Hormuz Shipping Amid Sanctions
Iran may require Bitcoin payments for shipping tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, leveraging crypto to bypass sanctions. BTC trades at $76,876.
Iran's OFAC-Sanctioned Tron Wallets Mapped by Arkham
Arkham has mapped Tron wallets tied to Iran's central bank, exposing $344M in frozen USDT and Tehran's onchain activity amid US sanctions.
OFAC $344M Crypto Seizures Questioned: Analysts Suggest Non-Iranian Links
OFAC's seizure of $344M in crypto linked to Iran faces scrutiny as analysts point to other state actors. Implications for sanctions compliance evolve.
Iran’s Nobitex Exchange Linked to Political Elite, Sanction Evasion
Reuters finds Nobitex, Iran's largest crypto exchange, tied to Kharrazi family with deep links to supreme leaders. Billions processed amid sanctions.
Iran Crypto Volume Hits $7.78B as IRGC Controls Half of Market
Chainalysis data shows Iran's crypto ecosystem reached $7.78B in 2025, with IRGC-linked addresses controlling 50% of activity. Bitcoin withdrawals surge during protests.
U.S., U.K., and Australia Impose Sanctions on Russian Cybercrime Networks
In a coordinated effort, the U.S., U.K., and Australia have sanctioned Russian bulletproof hosting providers involved in ransomware and cybercrime activities.
Trump's Venezuela Land Threat: How Sanctions, Oil, and Stablecoins Collide in a New On-Chain Cold War
U.S. military action in Venezuela is escalating, intertwining sanctions, oil, and stablecoins as citizens turn to crypto for survival amid hyperinflation.
EU Sanctions Target Russia-Linked A7A5 Stablecoin
The European Union has imposed sanctions on the Russia-linked A7A5 stablecoin, part of its 19th sanctions package. This move affects Russia's crypto strategies.
North Korean IT Workers Exploit Crypto for Illicit Financing
North Korean IT workers are reportedly using cryptocurrency to fund weapons programs. Discover the intricate networks facilitating these operations and the global efforts to disrupt them.
OFAC Cracks Down on Iranian Crypto Network Laundering $100M
The U.S. Treasury's OFAC has sanctioned Iranian financial facilitators for laundering $100 million in oil proceeds through cryptocurrencies, impacting Iran's military funding.
OFAC Targets Chinese Firm and Bitcoin Address in Opioid Trafficking Crackdown
The U.S. Treasury's OFAC sanctions Guangzhou Tengyue Chemical Co. and a Bitcoin address linked to opioid trafficking as part of a joint effort with the DEA and FBI.
U.S. Treasury Targets Russian Crypto Economy with Sanctions on A7A5 and Exchanges
The U.S. Treasury's OFAC has imposed sanctions on Russian crypto economy players, including Garantex, Grinex, and the A7A5 token, aiming to curb sanction evasion efforts.
A7A5 and Grinex: Unveiling Their Role in Russia's Crypto Economy Amid Sanctions
The U.S. Treasury sanctions Grinex and A7A5-related entities for facilitating Russian crypto transactions, spotlighting the evolving landscape of sanctions evasion.
OFAC Targets Aeza Group for Enabling Cybercrime with Bulletproof Hosting
The U.S. Treasury's OFAC has sanctioned Aeza Group for providing hosting services that facilitate ransomware and cybercrime, marking a significant move against global cybercrime infrastructure.
U.S. Treasury Sanctions Funnull Technology Over Crypto Investment Scams
The U.S. Treasury's OFAC has sanctioned Funnull Technology for its involvement in cryptocurrency scams, known as 'pig butchering,' which defrauded U.S. victims of over $200 million.