Treasury OFAC sanctions Southeast Asia cyber scam networks
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury imposed OFAC sanctions on multiple cyber scam networks operating in Burma and Cambodia, tightening legal and financial pressure on an ecosystem tied to over $10 billion in losses. The action blocks the designated targets from the U.S. financial system, freezes any U.S. property, and bars transactions with Americans. It also raises the cost of operating scam compounds that rely on forced labor, human trafficking, and fraud infrastructure.
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09.09.2025 23:25 2 articles · 8mo ago
Treasury sanctions cyber scam networks tied to Burma and Cambodia
Legal Policy Action UpdateThe U.S. Department of the Treasury and OFAC sanctioned 19 targets tied to cyber scam operations in Southeast Asia, including networks operating in Burma and Cambodia, after the groups allegedly stole over $10 billion from Americans in 2024. The action blocks the designated targets from the U.S. financial system, bars transactions with Americans, and freezes U.S.-held property.
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- U.S. sanctions cyber scammers who stole billions from Americans — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 09.09.2025 23:25
- U.S. sanctions cyber scammers who stole billions from Americans — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 09.09.2025 23:25