Crypto Sector Penalties

    3 reported AML enforcement actions totalling approx. $5.1bn. Totals are approximate US dollar equivalents (£1 ≈ $1.27, A$1 ≈ $0.66). Back to full tracker.

    Major Crypto Exchange

    CryptoUSFinCEN/OFAC2023

    $4.3bn

    Violations of the Bank Secrecy Act, sanctions regulations, and failing to implement an effective AML programme.

    Crypto Derivatives Platform

    CryptoUSFinCEN2021

    $100m

    Operating without an effective AML programme and failing to implement KYC procedures.

    Crypto Exchange (Russia-linked)

    CryptoUSFinCEN2023

    $700m

    Operating as an unlicensed money transmitting business and processing funds linked to ransomware and darknet markets.

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