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FinCEN on Fentanyl, OCC Email Breach, Crypto Enforcement, Revolut, and Oligarch

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Apr 11, 2025
This discussion dives into the alarming nexus of fentanyl and illicit finance, spotlighting shocking statistics on suspicious transactions. There's also a critical evaluation of a cybersecurity breach affecting the OCC and its implications. Fines against Revolut highlight ongoing compliance challenges facing online banks. The evolving focus on crypto crime enforcement raises eyebrows, especially as oligarchs increasingly invest in U.S. real estate, hinting at deeper corruption issues. It's a gripping look at the intersection of technology, crime, and regulatory responses.
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ANECDOTE

Rightsource Growth

  • RightSource, an AML sanctions and CFT managed services company, is experiencing rapid growth.
  • They project having 6,000-7,000 global employees by the end of 2025.
INSIGHT

DOJ Crypto Policy Change

  • The Department of Justice (DOJ) is changing how it handles cryptocurrency crime.
  • They won't charge exchanges for their end users' actions, marking a shift from the previous administration.
ANECDOTE

Crypto ATM Scam

  • In Beaufort County, South Carolina, scammers stole over $3 million from the elderly using cryptocurrency ATMs in 2024.
  • They convinced victims to convert cash to cryptocurrency by claiming there were warrants for their arrest.
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