Paxful Co-Founder's Guilty Plea in AML Case Sparks Legal Concerns
Tuesday, 9 July 2024, 02:01
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Paxful Co-Founder Admits AML Violations
Paxful co-founder Artur Schaback has pleaded guilty in a California federal court to conspiring without effective anti-money laundering policies for the cryptocurrency exchange platform.
Legal Consequences Unveiled
The U.S. Department of Justice announced that Schaback faces a maximum penalty of five years in prison for his involvement in the AML violations.
- Impactful Guilty Plea: Emphasizes the importance of robust AML measures
- Industry Scrutiny: Raises concerns about compliance within the cryptocurrency sector
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