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Compass Mining to Sold $30m Worth of Assets in Russia to Fend Off Sanctions
Compass Mining, an American cryptocurrency mining firm, is looking for buyers for its gears stranded in Russia in a bid to avoid being sanctioned by the United States Department of Treasury.
Switzerland to Freeze Crypto Assets Linked to Russians
Switzerland will join the UK, the US, and western allies in strengthening sanctions against Russia after its invasion of Ukraine.
Binance Has Enabled Iranians Transact $8 Billion Despite Sanctions
Since 2018, crypto exchange Binance has carried out Iranian transactions worth $8 billion despite being slapped with U.S. sanctions
US National Security at Risk Due to China Dominance in Mobile Payments, says former State Department Official
Former Department of State official Anja Manuel warns that if the US loses its dominance in financial innovation and payments, it could impact its national security policy, specifically on sanctions. Manuel stated that China is catching up on dominance in mobile payments, which could make enforcing sanctions against “bad actors” like Iran or North Korea more challenging.
OFAC Designates Nordic Resistance Movement as SDGT
OFAC sanctions Nordic Resistance Movement for violent extremism and crypto-funded terrorism.
OFAC Sanctions Russian UAV Developer KB Vostok Amid Ukraine Conflict
OFAC imposes sanctions on Russian drone developer KB Vostok, linked to Ukraine invasion, disrupting Russia’s military supply chain.
Russia Legalizes Crypto Mining and Payments Amid Sanctions
In response to Western sanctions, Russia has enacted legislation legalizing cryptocurrency mining and international payments, a strategic pivot aimed at mitigating economic pressures.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chainalysis Highlights Crypto Crime Surge and Sanctions Evasion in August 2025
Chainalysis reports a significant rise in crypto crime victimization and sanctions evasion through the A7A5 token, underlining the need for enhanced security.