Tether Takes Decisive Action to Freeze $5.2 Million in USDT Amid Phishing Concerns
Tuesday, 14 May 2024, 11:45
Tether's Response to Phishing Threats
Tether, the world's largest stablecoin issuer, has taken action to freeze $5.2 million in USDT across 12 Ethereum wallets to address phishing concerns.
Blockchain Security Platform Alert
- MistTrack identified the frozen wallets as 'USDT Banned Addresses'.
Collaboration with Law Enforcement
- Tether has blocked over $1.3 billion linked to scams and hacks, with around $1.6 million related to terrorist financing.
This proactive approach signifies Tether's commitment to combating financial crimes and maintaining the credibility of cryptocurrencies.
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