Amid the global crackdown on financial crimes and terrorism funding, the US government has expressed concerns about certain companies in the crypto asset industry. The government believes that these entities are not doing enough to prevent illicit financial transactions. US Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo emphasized the need for financial institutions and digital asset companies to take proactive steps in curbing terrorist financing. He warned that if these entities fail to address these concerns, the United States and its global partners will take necessary actions. While crypto and digital assets are not the primary sources of funding for terrorist groups, there is still potential for misuse. Recent events in Israel have renewed the focus on illicit funding sources, but efforts in the crypto space have debunked the myths surrounding crypto and illegal organizations. The transparency of blockchain technology has actually hindered the activities of terrorist groups, as evidenced by the decline in global donations to Hamas after they stopped accepting BTC. It is important to note that the mainstream media often fails to capture the nuances indicating that cryptocurrencies can hinder, rather than help, terrorist groups.
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| Geography | Middle East |
| Countries | 🇺🇸 🇮🇱 |
| Sentiment | negative |
| Relevance Score | 1 |
| People | Wally Adeyemo, Sam Lyman, Nic Carter |
| Companies | None |
| Currencies | None |
| Securities | None |
