Israel says it eliminated two operatives tied to a $140 million funding network

The case links Hamas and Islamic Jihad financing to a broader shift away from crypto, underscoring how regulatory pressure and blockchain transparency can disrupt illicit flows.

Summary

Israel said it eliminated two Hamas and Islamic Jihad operatives connected to a $140 million funding network. The source frames the development as part of a broader move from crypto toward traditional funding methods, highlighting how regulatory measures and blockchain transparency can make illicit finance easier to trace and disrupt.

Terms & Concepts
  • blockchain transparency: Public traceability of on-chain transactions
  • illicit finance: Money flows tied to illegal activity