WorldPingJapan added Russian crypto exchange Garantex to its asset-freeze list this week, joining the U.S. and European Union in targeting a platform Treasury says handled more than $100 million tied to ransomware and other illicit activity.
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Japan adds Garantex to list of Russia sanctions over Ukraine war
Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Hits Garantex With Asset Freeze
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WorldPingGarantex was previously sanctioned by the US, the EU and other jurisdictions for helping Russian entities evade financial restrictions.
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