Russian Darknet Markets Funneled $2 Billion Bitcoin via Regulated Exchanges

An investigation shows criminal networks in Russia exploited compliance gaps in regulated cryptocurrency exchanges to move billions in Bitcoin.

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Terms & Concepts
  • Darknet Market: An online marketplace operating on hidden networks, often used for illicit transactions and accessible via anonymizing tools like Tor.
  • AML (Anti-Money Laundering): Laws and procedures designed to prevent the conversion of illegally obtained funds into legitimate assets.
  • Regulated Exchange: A cryptocurrency trading platform that operates under governmental or financial authority oversight, adhering to compliance and reporting rules.