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U.S. Targets Hamas Crypto Operations, Seizing $200,000
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) reportedly intercepted and seized approximately $200,000 in cryptocurrency linked to Hamas’ fundraising operations. According to the DOJ report today (Thursday), the operation followed months of investigation that concluded that Hamas laundered over $1.5 million in cryptocurrencies through a network of online transactions. Hamas supporters reportedly used an encrypted communication platform to share at least 17 cryptocurrency addresses where sympathizers could donate funds. These contributions were then funneled into an operational wallet and laundered through various virtual ... (full story)
