2025-1-2 21:23 |
The T3 Financial Crime Unit, a joint effort by Tether, TRON, and TRM Labs, has frozen over $100 million in criminal assets. Launched in August 2024, the T3 Financial Crime Unit, also known as the T3 FCU, has rapidly become… origin »
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T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU) has frozen criminal assets valued at $100 million across five continents. Formed by Tether, TRON, and TRM Labs in August 2024, the group collaborates with law enforcement worldwide to disrupt organized schemes that rely on blockchain transactions.
2025-1-3 18:45 | |
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January 2, 2025 – The T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU), a collaboration between TRON, Tether, and TRM Labs, has frozen more than USDT 100 million in criminal assets globally, passing a significant milestone in its fight against cryptocurrency-related financial crime.
2025-1-3 17:00 | |
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The T3 FCU's success highlights the growing effectiveness of public-private partnerships in combating global cryptocurrency crime. The post T3 financial crime unit marks enforcement victory: USDT 100 million in criminal assets frozen across five continents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
2025-1-3 17:00 | |
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Australia is tightening its grip on cryptocurrency financial crime with the launch of a new task force targeting crypto ATM providers. AUSTRAC, the country’s financial intelligence agency, is leading this effort, focusing on ensuring strict compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) laws.
2024-12-6 08:23 | |
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Australia has the third largest number of crypto ATMs in the world and regulators are worried they could be facilitating financial crime.
2024-12-6 04:57 | |
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A former IRS special agent and Binance’s head of financial crime compliance, Tigran Gambaryan had been in Nigerian custody with reports of deteriorating health since February.
2024-10-30 23:21 | |
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The United States and Nigeria have launched the Bilateral Liaison Group on Illicit Finance and Cryptocurrencies in an effort to counter cybercrime and illicit financial activities involving digital assets, such as cryptocurrency.
2024-10-26 18:23 | |
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Nigerian authorities have dropped charges against Tigran Gambaryan, head of financial crime compliance at Binance, citing his ill health as the reason for discontinuing the case. Tigran Gambaryan, a former U.
2024-10-24 16:34 | |
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Crypto leaders have faced continued legal scrutiny over the past few years, with several high-profile figures receiving lengthy prison sentences. In a recent study into jail sentences in crypto, Social Capital Markets draws parallels to the prosecution of bankers after the 2008 financial crisis.
2024-9-30 17:50 | |
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Brazilian authorities have uncovered a $9.7 billion crypto laundering scheme, arresting suspects in multiple cities as part of a major financial crime investigation. Brazilian authorities have clamped down on a multi-billion-dollar money laundering scheme involving cryptocurrencies across multiple cities, including…
2024-9-20 13:22 | |
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Ethereum Investors Show Interest in New Token As Whale Dump Continues, Tron DAO Seizes $12M The T3 Financial Crime Unit created by Tron, TRM Labs, and Tether has started operations by freezing about $12 million linked to fraudulent activity.
2024-9-18 21:23 | |
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Bankman-Fried's appeal could spotlight judicial conduct and fairness in high-profile financial crime cases, potentially influencing future trials. The post Sam Bankman-Fried appeals fraud conviction, claims judge was unfair appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
2024-9-14 22:19 | |
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Ellison's plea for leniency highlights the potential impact of cooperation in high-profile financial crime cases and its influence on sentencing. The post Ex-Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison pushes for no prison sentence in FTX role appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
2024-9-12 15:53 | |
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Крупнейший эмитент стейблкоинов Tether объявил о стратегическом сотрудничестве с сетью Tron для противодействия преступлениям в криптовалютной сфере. В рамках этого партнерства создано новое подразделение – T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU), которое уже за несколько недель работы заморозило 12 миллионов USDT.
2024-9-12 11:32 | |
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Pro-crypto Representatives noted the need for a freer financial system, while more skeptical lawmakers blamed DeFi for crime, scams and tax evasion.
2024-9-11 06:59 | |
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TRON, Tether, and TRM Labs launch T3 FCU to combat illicit USDT transactions. T3 FCU has frozen $12M in fraudulent USDT and identified 11 suspects. Despite Circle halting USDC minting, TRON minted $19B in USDT this year.
2024-9-11 22:04 | |
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Tether is teaming up with TRM Labs and TRON to form a “T3 Financial Crime Unit” to combat the illicit use of its USDT stablecoin on the TRON blockchain, according to a Sept. 10 statement shared with CryptoSlate.
2024-9-11 19:44 | |
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Tether, TRON и TRM Labs учредили альянс T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU) по борьбе с финансовыми преступлениями. Он сфокусируется на пресечении незаконного использования USDT на блокчейне TRON.
2024-9-11 16:50 | |
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The collaboration enhances the security of the crypto ecosystem, deterring illicit activities and fostering trust in digital assets. The post TRON, Tether, and TRM Labs unite to launch T3 Financial Crime Unit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
2024-9-11 16:02 | |
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The T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU) is looking to clean up USDT issued on Tron, a blockchain favored by bad actors.
2024-9-12 14:20 | |
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TRON, Tether, and TRM Labs have launched the T3 Financial Crime Unit to collaborate on combating illicit activity related to USDT on the TRON blockchain. Blockchain network TRON, stablecoin issuer Tether, and a blockchain forensic firm TRM Labs have joined…
2024-9-10 13:37 | |
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TRON, Tether, and TRM Labs have launched the T3 Financial Crime Unit to collaborate on combating illicit activity related to USDT on the TRON blockchain. Blockchain network TRON, stablecoin issuer Tether, and a blockchain forensic firm TRM Labs have joined…
2024-9-11 13:37 | |
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Investors lost a record $5.6 billion to crypto-related financial crime in 2023, up 45% from 2022, according to a new report from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Internet Crime Complaint Center.
2024-9-12 00:23 | |
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Latvia’s Financial Crime Investigation Service (FNTT) has imposed a record $10 million fine on the crypto payment service provider Payeer for breaching European Union sanctions on Russia. According to an official statement from the FNTT, Payeer facilitated access to its…
2024-7-12 10:35 | |
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The alert serves as a reminder of the critical role financial professionals play as gatekeepers in the fight against financial crime.
2024-7-10 14:40 | |
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Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation is about to be implemented, and digital asset exchanges are preparing to comply. The new law’s requirements aim to protect investors, prevent financial crime, and ensure transparency.
2024-6-21 16:42 | |
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FCA arrests two suspects involved in a $1.2 billion illegal crypto asset exchange, highlighting the agency’s efforts to combat financial crime.
2024-6-21 11:44 | |
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A Nigerian court in Abuja has dismissed the human rights suit filed against the Nigerian authorities by Nadeem Anjarwalla, a Binance executive. Anjarwalla, the regional Africa head for Binance, and Tigran Gambaryan, head of Binance’s Financial Crime Compliance, were detained on February 28 after meeting with Nigerian officials to settle regulatory disputes. Background of the […]
2024-6-21 14:53 | |
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Pointlessly onerous anti-money laundering rules lead to debanking of individuals and even entire regions, just as “financial inclusion” is thrown around as a social objective. We need a viable alternative, says Noelle Acheson.
2024-6-14 17:38 | |
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Hong Kong father and son surrender in crypto investor abduction, exposing the city’s violent crime wave and a $1.9 million financial dispute. A Hong Kong businessman and his son surrendered to police due to their involvement in the kidnapping of…
2024-5-10 10:58 | |
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Crypto firms, wealth management companies, and retail and wholesale banking remain “particularly vulnerable” to financial crime, according to a U.K. Treasury report.
2024-5-2 08:04 | |
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The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)’s recent anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist funding (AML/CTF) efforts have focused heavily on crypto. The UK Treasury said in a May 1 report that the FCA considers crypto firms — like retail and wholesale banks and wealth management firms — to be “particularly vulnerable” to financial crime and at the […] The post UK sharpens focus on crypto regulation in latest anti-money laundering report appeared first on CryptoSlate.
2024-5-2 23:32 | |
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The UK government enacted new laws on April 26 that grant the National Crime Agency (NCA) and police enhanced powers to seize, freeze, and destroy digital assets linked to criminal activities. The new measures aim to disrupt the financial networks of organized crime groups that increasingly exploit cryptocurrencies to launder money .
2024-4-27 02:16 | |
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In a recent development, Richard Teng, the CEO of Binance, has confirmed the company’s close cooperation with Nigerian authorities following the detention of its head of financial crime compliance, Tigran Gambaryan.
2024-4-20 04:00 | |
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Detained Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan has initiated legal action against Nigerian authorities, including the National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu and the Economics and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), over allegations of human rights violations.
2024-3-29 22:15 | |
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Stablecoin issuers Tether told CryptoSlate in a Feb. 16 statement that it is actively averting the misuse of stablecoin technology by working with global law enforcement agencies. The remarks followed comments by Caroline Hill, Senior Director of Global Policy and Regulatory Strategy at Circle, during a House Financial Services Committee hearing titled ‘Crypto Crime in […] The post Tether CEO implies Circle director misled Congress in ‘desperation’ attack on USDT appeared first on CryptoSlate.
2024-2-17 17:59 | |
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A UK court is trialing a British-Chinese woman for laundering $6B in Bitcoin from a Chinese financial fraud. The post This China Bitcoin (BTC) Fraud Dwarfs Recent Crypto Crime Stats appeared first on BeInCrypto.
2024-1-30 19:31 | |
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Bitcoin is no longer the dominant cryptocurrency for black market activity. Policy makers need to adapt to this new reality.
2024-2-14 17:32 | |
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Dive into the world of crypto-related crime investigations with CI. From tracing illicit activities to tackling digital asset tax evasion, CI's financial investigators are at the forefront. The post Crime Investigators Grapple with Surge in Illicit Crypto Operations appeared first on BeInCrypto.
2023-12-5 03:18 | |
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Reports on crypto funding terrorism and blockchain forensics were confusing, but everyone agreed on the need for collaboration and regulation.
2023-11-16 00:00 | |
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The U. S. House Subcommittee on Digital Assets, Financial Technology, and Inclusion heard testimony today from a panel of experts in a hearing titled “Crypto Crime in Context: Breaking Down Illicit Activity in Digital Assets.
2023-11-16 23:30 | |
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During the House Subcommittee on Digital Assets, Financial Technology, and Inclusion hearing held on Nov. 15, Alison Jimenez, an economist and president of Dynamic Securities Analytics, Inc., provided insights into the context of crypto crime, breaking down illicit activities in the realm of digital assets.
2023-11-16 19:03 | |
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The Narcotics Control Bureau and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre trained 141 officials and over 2,800 officers in the financial year 2022–2023.
2023-11-9 12:42 | |
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The UK has advanced its crypto regulation with the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency bill, intensifying crackdown on financial crimes while striving to maintain a crypto-friendly stance. The United Kingdom has made a significant stride in its battle against economic…
2023-10-27 22:11 | |
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The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, recently passed in the UK, bolsters the fight against fraud and money laundering. It empowers Companies House with stringent verification powers and law enforcement with the ability to seize cryptocurrencies, marking a significant stride in enhancing financial security in the open economy.
2023-10-27 21:18 | |
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Filipino financial regulators have undertaken joint training with US officials to hone their strategies for stopping crypto crime in its tracks. The post Philippines Regulators Work With US Law Enforcement to Combat Crypto Fraud appeared first on BeInCrypto.
2023-9-20 22:48 | |
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Christy Goldsmith Romero has proposed a national fraud registry to modernize investor protection and ensure responsible use of AI, aligning with fellow CFTC Commissioner Caroline Pham's call for tighter controls on innovation.
2023-9-12 14:00 | |
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Digital assets manager CoinShares yet again busts myth about crypto as instrument of choice for money laundering
2023-8-31 20:15 | |
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FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has been remanded into custody ahead of his October trial on multiple financial crime charges after a federal judge revoked his release on bond.
2023-8-12 22:18 | |
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Justin Sun becomes the newest crypto magnate added to the Forbes list of the world’s billionaires. Meanwhile, CZ retains his place as the richest crypto billionaire. According to Forbes World’s Billionaires List 2025, Justin Sun has a net worth of…
Общий объем спотовой торговли на крупнейшей криптовалютной бирже Binance с начала года превысил $1,9 трлн, платформа занимает 43,66% мирового рынка, сообщили специалисты аналитической компании CryptoQuant.
The stablecoin market has seen major shifts in March, with Ethena’s USDtb breaking into the top 10 stablecoins by market cap, Tether losing 61% of market dominance, and EURC’s market cap reaching a new all-time high.
Tether, the issuer behind the USDT stablecoin, has continued its Bitcoin investment strategy, purchasing an additional 8,888 BTC on the last day of Q1 2025. The latest acquisition, which cost $735 million, expands Tether’s (USDT) total Bitcoin (BTC) holdings to…
The current status of crypto in Russia is far from loose—let's look at the current ambiguity surrounding new rules and regulations.
Управляющий партнер инвестиционной компании CoinFund заявил, что рост объема стейблкоинов указывает на переломный момент в отношении людей к цифровым активам.
With Tether now used by — conservatively — over 400 million people, Paolo Ardoino calls it part of a stablecoin multiverse that is only getting started. Tether’s (USDT) user base has exceeded 400 million, growing by 50 million since October…