US Treasury Issues Warning on DeFi's Illicit Use, Acknowledges Potential Benefits
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The US Treasury Department has issued a warning to decentralized finance (DeFi) services, stating that poor compliance with anti-money laundering and cybersecurity laws puts users at risk of theft and fraud. The report notes that many DeFi services do not comply with the Bank Secrecy Act and other regulations, and may be vulnerable under existing laws. The Treasury recommends stepping up engagements with foreign partners to push for stronger implementation of anti-money laundering laws.
Topics:business#anti-money-laundering#cybersecurity#defi#finance#financial-institutions#treasury-department
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