Sanctions
Iranians Flock to Crypto Amidst Geopolitical Tension; International Sanctions Actions Disrupt Russia’s War Machine
$15.8B in crypto was received by sanctioned entities as the U.S. and allies intensified efforts to disrupt state-backed financing.
United States’ OFAC, United Kingdom’s FCDO, and Australia’s DFAT Jointly Sanction Zservers for Facilitating Ransomware Attacks
OFAC, Australia, and the U.K. sanctioned Russia-based Zservers for its role in supporting LockBit ransomware attacks. Read to learn more.
Crypto’s Role in Modern Geopolitical Chess: Podcast Ep. 144
The Director of RUSI joins to discuss how the adoption of alternative global payments might be sped up by tensions in Ukraine and the Middle East.
OFAC Highlights Hundreds of Millions of Dollars in Cryptocurrency Transactions Related to IRGC-connected Houthi Financier Sa’id al-Jamal
Yesterday, OFAC sanctioned twelve global entities for arms trafficking, money laundering, and illicit shipping of Iranian oil on behalf of Houthi rebels.
NCA Disrupts Multi-Billion Dollar Russian Money Laundering Network, OFAC Sanctions Related Individuals and Entities
We explore the NCA’s disruption of a multi-billion dollar Russian money laundering network, which provided services to a wide range of illicit actors.
Building Bridges to Tackle Pig Butchering: Podcast Ep. 133
In Episode 133 of Public Key, Erin West discusses the fight against pig butchering scams, the evolution of crypto crime, and the need for collaboration with law enforcement and a national strategy.
Unraveling Russia’s Crypto Sanctions Evasion and Disinformation Campaigns: Podcast Ep. 130
Discover how Russia uses crypto for sanctions evasion, ransomware, and election interference. Chainalysis experts Valerie Kennedy and Andrew Fierman discuss Russia's new crypto laws and global disinformation.
OFAC Designates Russian Exchange Cryptex, FinCEN names PM2BTC
We explore on-chain activities of Cryptex and UAPS, their role in the cybercriminal ecosystem, and how law enforcement’s actions signify a global crackdown on fraudulent services.
In Large Operation, German Law Enforcement Seizes Servers of 47 Russia-centric No KYC Exchanges
We explore the disruption by German law enforcement of 47 Russia-centric no-KYC exchanges, their nexus to sanctioned Russian banks, and the disruption’s implications.
Russia’s Cryptocurrency Pivot: Legislated Sanctions Evasion
In response to Western sanctions, Russia has paved a legal pathway for cryptocurrency mining and international crypto payments — a major reversal.
OFAC Sanctions Russian Drone Developer KB Vostok Linked to Ukraine Invasion
OFAC imposed additional sanctions to disrupt Russia's military supply chain, including KB Vostok, a Russian UAV developer with ties the invasion of Ukraine.
OFAC Sanctions Individuals Linked to the Nordic Resistance Movement, which Accepted Crypto Donations to Fund Terrorist Activities
OFAC sanctioned the Nordic Resistance Movement for their involvement in violent extremism. Read to learn about their on-chain activities.
International Agencies Sanction Russian National Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev, Leader of Cybercrime Group LockBit, for Developing and Distributing Ransomware
Read to learn about the on-chain activities of Russian national, Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev, the leader of ransomware company LockBit.
OFAC and Department of State Sanction Nearly 300 Individuals and Entities Involved in Russia’s War Machine, One Known to Have Accepted Crypto
Read to learn about the crypto activities of OKO Design Bureau, an entity sanctioned by OFAC that facilitated Russian weapons production.
OFAC and OFSI Sanction Social Media News Outlet Gaza Now for Hamas Fundraising in Wake of October 7 Attacks [Updated 4/1/24]
The U.S. and U.K. have levied sanctions against several individuals and entities, including Gaza Now, for raising funds for Hamas via crypto.
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