US Treasury Sanctions Two Crypto Exchanges Linked to Iran
The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned two cryptocurrency exchanges, Shelbit and Aban Tether, for allegedly facilitating money laundering for Iran's Revolutionary Guard. This move is part of a broader effort to restrict Iran's access to cryptocurrency and foreign currency, following the tracing of over $3 million in transfers linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
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US sanctions 2 crypto exchanges over Iran-linked funds
U.S. authorities sanctioned crypto exchanges Shelbit and Aban Tether after alleging that the platforms helped Iran evade restrictions and move funds connected to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. OFAC targets Shelbit and Aban Tether The U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of…
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