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Colombia-based broker sentenced to 160 months for laundering $14.5M in USDT
Crypto Briefing·October 21, 2026·1 min read
A Colombia-based broker was sentenced to 160 months in prison for laundering $14.5 million in USDT. The case highlights increasing scrutiny on crypto markets, potentially leading to stricter regulations and higher compliance costs for exchanges and users. The sentence underscores the legal risks of using stablecoins for illicit activities.
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