The United States has taken action against Iranian-linked digital assets, freezing over $131 million in cryptocurrencies. The move is part of a broader effort by the US government to disrupt and degrade Iran's illicit financial activities. According to US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, this includes the abuse of digital assets. The action comes as tensions between the US and Iran continue to escalate.
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"US Freezes $131M in Iranian-Linked Crypto Amid Rising Tensions" — Cointelegraph
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The frozen funds are believed to be linked to various Iranian entities and individuals, with investigations ongoing to determine their exact origin and purpose.