US plans to seize $1B in crypto linked to Iran this week: Scott Bessent
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The U.S. Treasury announces it will seize roughly $1 billion in cryptocurrency tied to sanctioned Iranian entities this week, according to Scott Bessent, marking a coordinated effort to enforce Iran‑related sanctions. The operation targets multiple digital wallets and exchanges, signaling intensified regulatory scrutiny that could pressure crypto firms to tighten compliance, potentially dampening illicit trading volumes.
The Treasury Department has announced several digital asset seizures related to sanctions on Iran as part of US sanctions.