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OFAC sanctions DKBA and linked firms over Burma cyber-scams

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The Treasury Department’s OFAC imposed sanctions on the Democratic Karen Benevolent Army (DKBA), four senior leaders, and linked firms for cyber-scam operations in Burma. The action blocks assets and restricts U.S. dealings, increasing pressure on a network tied to Chinese criminal rings and U.S.-targeted fraud.

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  1. 14.11.2025 16:54 2 articles · 7mo ago

    OFAC sanctions DKBA and linked firms

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    The Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control imposed sanctions on the Democratic Karen Benevolent Army (DKBA), four senior leaders, Trans Asia International Holding Group Thailand Company Limited, Troth Star Company Limited, and Thai national Chamu Sawang for cyber-scam operations in Burma that target U.S. citizens, blocking their assets and restricting U.S. persons from dealing with them.

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