Stablecoin Giant Tether’s Letter to U.S. Senate and House
Tether recently showcased its dedication to adhering to legal and regulatory norms, particularly those set by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), by writing a letter to the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
Collaborative Efforts with U.S. Agencies
Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, has taken significant steps to align the company’s operations with U.S. regulations. With integration of U.S. Secret Service protocols into the platform, Tether has also disabled its tokens in wallets that are on the OFAC’s sanction list and assisted in freezing over 326 wallets.
Moreover, Tether has implemented a comprehensive compliance framework, including robust Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) protocols, and engaged top-tier technology consultants to fortify its compliance efforts further.
Ensuring Integrity in Transactions
Tether’s commitment to legal compliance is evident in its transaction monitoring processes, using state-of-the-art surveillance tools to monitor client activities. The company uses Chainalysis’ Reactor tool and receiving risk reports to identify and mitigate risks associated with digital currency transactions, and has been actively involved in assisting law enforcement agencies across 19 jurisdictions in their investigations related to illicit activities.
Hot Take
Tether’s efforts to collaborate with U.S. agencies and ensure integrity in transactions demonstrate its strong stance against potential misuse of its digital currency. This proactive approach reflects Tether’s commitment to compliance and the prevention of illegal activities related to its stablecoin.