U.S. Seizes $200,000 in Hamas Cryptocurrency⋯Total Holdings to be Revealed on the 5th

# U.S. Department of Justice Seizes $201,400 in Digital Assets Linked to Hamas Money Laundering The U.S. Department of Justice has seized $201,400 in digital assets allegedly tied to money laundering activities by Hamas, The Defiant reported on November 1. This measure is part of broader efforts to curb the use of digital assets for financing terrorism, as more than $1.5 million in funds has reportedly flowed to Hamas since October. This case underscores the increasing regulatory scrutiny on the use of cryptocurrencies in illicit activities. Authorities are ramping up measures to ensure that digital asset ecosystems do not facilitate criminal enterprises. # Treasury Department Targets Terror Financing Networks In a parallel effort, the U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on individuals and entities involved in financing terrorist activities. The sanctions specifically target networks linked to Hezbollah, including six individuals and seven related entities implicated in money laundering operations. These actions reflect a broader strategy to disrupt funding channels for terror organizations, leveraging both legal enforcement and financial regulatory tools. # U.S. Government to Disclose Digital Asset Holdings In compliance with a directive from former President Donald Trump, the U.S. Treasury Department and various federal agencies are set to disclose their digital asset holdings on November 5. This move is expected to provide transparency into the government's approach to cryptocurrency management. Previously, the U.S. government decided to retain Bitcoin(BTC) assets seized in criminal and civil cases as part of a strategic reserve. These assets are not expected to be liquidated at this time, signaling a potential long-term strategy regarding digital currencies. # Related Article U.S. Government to Announce Cryptocurrency Holdings and Future Plans on November 5 – Calls for Implementing Bitbond Solutions Grow