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OKX to Pay $504M for Breaking AML Laws

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

9 months ago

Cryptocurrency exchange OKX has admitted to breaking US anti-money laundering laws and has agreed to pay a $504 million fine.

Accusations Against OKX

Federal prosecutors allege that despite claims of restricting US users, OKX actively aided American traders in bypassing identity verification checks. The lawsuit states that OKX employees instructed users to provide false information during account registration.

OKX flagrantly violated US law, enabling billions in suspicious transactions.Acting U.S. Attorney Matthew Podolsky

Settlement Outcomes

The $504 million fine marks one of the largest penalties for a crypto exchange violating AML laws. This settlement follows a similar case against Binance last year, which paid $4.3 billion for non-compliance with US laws.

Increased Regulatory Pressure on Crypto Exchanges

The OKX case highlights the growing regulatory pressure on crypto companies operating in the US without proper authorization. Authorities have warned that offshore exchanges must adhere to AML regulations or face legal consequences.

The OKX case exemplifies regulators' commitment to enforcing anti-money laundering laws seriously. Increased regulatory oversight is likely to be a significant factor in OKX's global operations.

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