Tether and DOJ Jointly Freeze $225 Million in Criminal Funds

posted  20 Nov 2023
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Tether has executed a significant freeze of $225 million in assets, targeting an international crime ring involved in human trafficking. This strategic move was a result of a collaboration between Tether, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the cryptocurrency exchange OKX.

The freeze, facilitated by Chainalysis' blockchain analysis tools, marks Tether's largest to date. The process began with Tether passing crucial data to the U.S. Department of Justice, leading to law enforcement's active involvement.

"Through proactive engagement with global law enforcement agencies and our commitment to transparency, Tether aims to set a new standard for safety within the crypto space," Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, stated.

Tether also assures that any legitimate wallets inadvertently affected will be unlocked after law enforcement and Tether's thorough examination.