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Sanctions
Crypto / Digital Assets
OFAC Targets Hamas Finances With New Sanctions
By Editors | 30/10/2023
The new designations underscore the “critical role Iran plays” in providing support to Hamas, said deputy Treasury secretary Wally Adeyemo.
Sanctions
US, China Hold First Meetings of New Working Groups
By Mark Johnston | 25/10/2023
The US “frankly raised” areas of concern at the first economic and financial working group meetings with Chinese officials.
Enforcement
China’s Foxconn Investigation Making Investors Uneasy – Reports
By Editors | 24/10/2023
Reports suggest the investigation is politically motivated, because Foxconn founder Terry Gou is seeking Taiwan’s presidency.
Sanctions
China Imposes Exports Controls on Graphite Products
By Editors | 23/10/2023
China dominates global supply chains for graphite, a key material used in electric vehicle batteries.
Sanctions
US Treasury Announces Easing of Venezuela Sanctions
By Editors | 21/10/2023
A six-month general licence allows the production, sale and export of Venezuela’s oil and gas, without limitations on customers or destinations.
AML / KYC
FinCEN to Require FIs to Report Transactions Involving Crypto Mixers
By Editors | 19/10/2023
FIs would have to report information about transactions they know or suspect could involve crypto mixing, whether in the US or in another jurisdiction.
Sanctions
US & Allies Reimpose Iran Sanctions Following UNSCR Expiry
By Manesh Samtani | 19/10/2023
A 2015 UN Security Council resolution targeting Iran’s ballistic missile, nuclear, and drone programmes has expired.
Sanctions
OFAC Sanctions Hamas Operatives, Financial Facilitators
By Editors | 18/10/2023
OFAC is targeting Hamas members managing a “secret” investment portfolio, a Qatar-based financial facilitator, and a Gaza-based crypto exchange.
Sanctions
US Tightens Export Controls on Advanced Computing Chips
By Editors | 18/10/2023
The Commerce Department said changes are needed to maintain the effectiveness of the export controls imposed in October 2022 and close loopholes.
Sanctions
OFAC Issues First Sanctions for Breaches of Russia Oil Price Cap
By Editors | 15/10/2023
A new advisory was also released offering recommendations to the maritime industry and related sectors to enhance compliance with the price caps.
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