Sanctions
OFAC Sanctions Funnull Technology Inc. for Supporting Pig Butchering Scams
OFAC sanctioned Funnull Technology, a Philippines-based technology firm, for its roles in facilitating crypto pig butchering scams.
The Future of DeFi Payments: Podcast Ep. 161
Live from Chainalysis Links, Ripple’s Jas Takhar unpacks how the XRP Ledger is powering DeFi with stablecoin innovation, tokenization, and real-world finance.
The Truth Behind Crypto, Sanctions and Illicit Finance: Podcast Ep. 160
From conflict diamonds to crypto crime. Learn how illicit actors use digital assets to evade sanctions and how blockchain technology is striking back.
Crypto’s Role in Global Sanctions and Trade: Podcast Ep. 154
Is crypto fueling global sanctions evasion? In this Public Key episode, we expose how sanctioned nations use blockchain to circumvent financial restrictions.
International Action Dismantles Notorious Russian Crypto Exchange Garantex
The U.S. Department of Justice, Germany, and Finland have dismantled Garantex, a Russian crypto exchange that facilitated laundering for the illicit crypto ecosystem.
The Chainalysis 2025 Crypto Crime Report Preview (Part 1): Podcast Ep. 151
Host Eitan Danon is joined by Andrew Fierman in episode 151 for our preview of the 2025 Chainalysis Crypto Crime Report.
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.
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