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Tether Credited By DOJ After $52M Freeze Hits Global Crypto Scam Network
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Fusion42 · 13 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The US Department of Justice credited Tether for its proactive cooperation in freezing over $52 million of assets linked to a global crypto scam network operating through Telegram. This operation targeted Xinbi Guarantee, a Chinese-language platform used for crypto fraud and money laundering involving multiple wallets.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 3 sources have reported it between 11 Sep 2026 and 13 Sep 2026.
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Law enforcement's use of Tether's freeze capability signals that compliance is now a competitive edge in stablecoin issuance. You should prioritise building strong law enforcement partnerships to secure market trust and pre-empt regulatory disruption.
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3 sources · first reported 11 Sep 2026 · latest 13 Sep 2026
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