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Moscow shell-company network uses crypto, forged trade records to evade Western sanctions
New York TimesLO·RU·1 day ago
A cryptocurrency system A7, reportedly created for Kremlin needs, laundered at least $7 billion through Western banks including Deutsche Bank and Citibank via shell companies. The claim originates from Rzeczpospolita and is unverified; if confirmed, it reveals a significant sanctions-evasion channel and systemic compliance failures.
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