Keywords: Assets


U.S. Treasury removes 84 names from sanctions lists in bid to streamline enforcement

The U.S. Treasury Department has removed 84 individuals and entities from its sanctions lists as part of a broader effort to modernize the programs and reduce unnecessary compliance burdens on financial institutions. The latest round of removals follows a comprehensive review launched by Treasury Secretary......

Trump says frozen Iranian assets could be used to compensate vessels damaged in the Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump said Washington could use Iranian assets currently frozen under US control to compensate commercial vessels that suffered damage in the Strait of Hormuz, describing the proposal as a fair response to the losses incurred. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Monday,......

Dollar falls in global markets as US strikes on Iran are paused

The US dollar weakened against major currencies at the start of the week as investors responded positively to the temporary suspension of American air operations against Iran and a decline in oil prices. The dollar index, which measures the performance of the US currency against a basket of six major......

Egypt expands presidential oversight with restructuring of Future of Egypt authority

Egypt has approved a sweeping restructuring of the Future of Egypt economic body, transforming the military-linked organization into a powerful national authority that will report directly to President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi as the government continues to consolidate oversight of strategic economic sectors. The......

US Senate moves closer to a key vote on the CLARITY Act for cryptocurrency regulation

The US Senate is preparing for a potentially decisive vote on the CLARITY Act, a major legislative proposal aimed at establishing clearer rules for the cryptocurrency and digital asset industry. The legislation is expected to face a vote next week, placing the future of US crypto regulation at the center......

Bitcoin struggles to break above $67,000 as geopolitical tensions fuel inflation fears

Bitcoin came under renewed pressure after approaching the $67,000 mark, as rising geopolitical risks and higher oil prices prompted investors to reassess their exposure to riskier assets. The world's largest cryptocurrency climbed from around $65,149 to nearly $66,965 before encountering strong......

Morgan Stanley expands digital services with direct cryptocurrency trading

Morgan Stanley has taken another step into the digital asset market by introducing direct cryptocurrency trading through its E*TRADE investment platform, reflecting the growing integration of digital assets into traditional financial services. The new offering allows eligible E*TRADE clients to buy,......

FATF warns of rising illicit finance risks linked to cryptocurrencies

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has warned that criminals are increasingly exploiting regulatory gaps in the virtual asset sector to move billions of dollars in illicit funds through cryptocurrencies, highlighting the growing complexity of financial crime in the digital economy. In its latest......

US freezes over $130 million in cryptocurrency linked to Iran

The United States has announced the freezing of more than $130 million in cryptocurrency assets that authorities allege are linked to Iranian financial networks, marking another step in Washington's efforts to strengthen economic pressure on Tehran. According to the US Department of the Treasury,......