UN Report: Tether Becoming Popular Among Scammers and Money Launderers in Southeast Asia
A recent report by the UN's Office on Drugs and Crime has highlighted the increasing use of Tether, a major player in the cryptocurrency realm, by money launderers and fraudsters in Southeast Asia. The report warns of a supercharged criminal ecosystem and emphasizes the urgent need for cryptocurrency regulations. Tether's speed and irreversible transactions make it an attractive tool for criminals, posing challenges for law enforcement in tracking and recovering illicit funds. The report sheds light on the urgent need for robust cryptocurrency regulations to curb the proliferation of crypto-driven fraud.
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