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U.S. authorities have taken action against two Russian citizens, Sergey Ivanov and Timur Shakhmametov, accusing them of running a global cryptocurrency money laundering and sanctions evasion network. The government is offering a staggering $10 million reward for any information that leads to their capture. Alongside this, officials have seized websites linked to illegal Russian crypto exchanges.

Illegal Crypto Exchanges Seized

On Thursday, U.S. authorities revealed shocking details about Sergey Ivanov and Timur Shakhmametov’s involvement in a global crypto laundering operation. According to officials, the two were part of a complex network using cryptocurrencies to evade sanctions and launder money worldwide.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) stated that these individuals used the anonymity of cryptocurrencies to move large sums of illegal funds without detection. To stop the flow of illicit crypto transactions, U.S. law enforcement agencies have also seized several websites linked to three crypto exchanges that were involved in these unlawful activities. 

U.S. authorities on Thursday charged Russian citizens Sergey Ivanov and Timur Shakhmametov with participating in a global network of money laundering and sanctions evasion using cryptocurrencies, offering a $10 million reward each for information leading to their arrest. U.S.…

— Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain) September 27, 2024

These platforms were allegedly connected to Russia, allowing users to launder money anonymously.

$10 Million Reward for Their Arrest

In a bid to crack down on this large-scale operation, the U.S. government is offering a $10 million reward for any information that leads to the arrest of Ivanov and Shakhmametov. This hefty reward highlights the seriousness of the case and the significant global impact of their alleged activities.

The case marks one of the biggest moves by U.S. authorities to combat illegal crypto activities tied to sanctioned countries like Russia.

Impact on Global Crypto Regulation

With the increased focus on cryptocurrency regulation and enforcement, the U.S. is likely to introduce even more robust measures to ensure that digital currencies are not used for illegal purposes. 

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