US Treasury freezes over $130 million tied to Iran-linked crypto wallets

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US Treasury freezes over $130 million tied to Iran-linked crypto wallets

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The US Treasury freezes over $130 million tied to Iran-linked crypto wallets, as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces OFAC sanctions on multiple wallets. This move aims to disrupt Iran's illicit financial networks. The frozen funds represent a significant blow to Iran's crypto-based operations, highlighting the Treasury's increased efforts to monitor and regulate cryptocurrency transactions.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says OFAC sanctioned multiple Iran-linked crypto wallets, freezing over $130 million.