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Russia cracks down on 9 crypto exchanges in Moscow City

Cointelegraph·August 7, 2026·1 min read
Russia cracks down on 9 crypto exchanges in Moscow City

Russia's FSB has shut down nine unregistered crypto exchanges operating in Moscow City. Authorities allege these platforms helped funnel scam proceeds abroad through Ukrainian call centers. The crackdown marks one of the largest enforcement actions against crypto exchanges in the country, signaling increased regulatory scrutiny on digital asset platforms involved in illicit activities.

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