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Anti-Money Laundering Authority Freezes $1.5 Billion in Crypto Linked to Hack

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Business Honor
27 June, 2025

1.5 billion In stolen crypto frozen after investigation into major 2025 hacking incident.

The Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) has successfully frozen cryptocurrencies valued at around USD 1.5 billion which are thought to represent the proceeds of a big hacking attack. This is a significant achievement in the fight against cybercrime. The FBI issued a public advisory confirming the seizure of the digital assets and encouraging continuing attention within the crypto industry due to the size of the case.

When AMLA received information on a questionable transaction linked to a cryptocurrency exchange with headquarters in Greece last month and the inquiry got underway. After receiving a sizable amount of Ethereum in their wallet a platform registered user was reported. The money was found to be connected to an important cryptocurrency theft that took place in February 2025 after a deep look by the AMLA analysts. Bybit is a famous exchange that had been compromised by the hacker collective known to the FBI as "TraderTraitor" was the source of the stolen funds.

In light of these conclusions, AMLA formally issued a Seizure Order for the disputed digital wallet freezing all related assets. The Prosecutor's Office has received a thorough report and will now take the appropriate legal steps. Under the Ministry of National Economy's aegis, the AMLA is still vital in protecting financial systems from illicit use. In terms of AMLA's larger plan to improve financial transparency and dismantle illegal financial networks this case represents a major victory. In order to maintain AMLA's independence and efficacy in combating changing financial crimes officials have reaffirmed their commitment to additional institutional improvements.