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U.S. Sanctions Funnull Technology for $200M Crypto Scams

5/31/2025

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Summary

Treasury Sanctions Funnull

The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Funnull Technology Inc. for its role in cryptocurrency scams, impacting American victims by over $200 million.
Funnull enabled "pig butchering" schemes, allowing cybercriminals to build fraudulent websites.
Liu Lizhi, the company's Chinese director, faced sanctions, resulting in the freezing of all U.S. assets.
These sanctions target extensive fraud networks associated with organized crime and money laundering.

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Historical Context

The U.S. Treasury's sanctions on Funnull Technology Inc. echo past crackdowns on organized crime, such as the 1980s Operation Clean Sweep in Taiwan. Both events highlight the persistent struggle against sophisticated fraud networks, revealing how technological advancements have enabled criminals to exploit vulnerabilities in financial systems.

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Treasury Sanctions Funnull

The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Funnull Technology Inc. for its role in cryptocurrency scams, impacting American victims by over $200 million.
Funnull enabled "pig butchering" schemes, allowing cybercriminals to build fraudulent websites.
Liu Lizhi, the company's Chinese director, faced sanctions, resulting in the freezing of all U.S. assets.
These sanctions target extensive fraud networks associated with organized crime and money laundering.

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