AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCrypto Crime Crackdown: A U.S.-led operation with the FBI and partners shut down over 1 million scam accounts tied to Southeast Asia, freezing millions in crypto and arresting 63 people. Sanctions & Compliance: The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Iran’s Nobitex exchange, alleging it helped IRGC-Quds Force route transactions. EU Supervision Shift: ESMA and CySEC pushed for stronger EU-level oversight under MiCA as the July 1, 2026 transition deadline nears. Stablecoin AML Pressure: Banks and crypto firms urged regulators to align stablecoin AML rules across agencies, warning about “safe harbor” gaps. Enterprise Payments: Coinbase and MassPay linked USDC payouts across a 180-country network, aiming to speed cross-border settlement. Scam Alerts: Authorities warned about AI deepfake X ads impersonating Nigel Farage and Bank of England officials, plus new Hawaii text scams about unpaid traffic citations. Law Enforcement Focus: Bipartisan lawmakers proposed a federal task force to coordinate investigations into crypto theft, fraud, and hacking. Regulatory Watch: Washington State moved against Bitcoin Depot over kiosk pricing and alleged consumer harm.
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