DOJ Seizes Huione Infrastructure Linked to Crypto Laundering
The U.S. Department of Justice seized a cloud computing account connected to Cambodia's Huione Group, a conglomerate allegedly involved in laundering billions in proceeds from cyber scams. This action disrupts the infrastructure of what the DOJ calls one of the world's most notorious criminal marketplaces, according to Decrypt.
On June 23, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the seizure of a cloud computing account that served as critical infrastructure for subsidiaries of Cambodia's Huione Group. This conglomerate is accused of facilitating the laundering of billions of dollars linked to investment fraud and cybercrime activities.
The seized account provided backend support for Huione Guarantee, a marketplace operating on Telegram that enabled the trading of stolen personal data, malware proceeds, and laundering services for scams prevalent in Southeast Asia. Assistant Attorney General A. Tysen Duva noted, "Today's seizure strikes a blow against one of the world's most prolific criminal marketplaces," emphasizing the importance of the technology involved in facilitating these illegal transactions.
The DOJ's action is part of a broader initiative to target the mechanisms used by criminal organizations to hide the origins of illicit funds. On the same day as the seizure, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) sought to extend a ban on Huione to its successor entity, H-Pay Service PLC, in an effort to prevent the group from circumventing U.S. regulations. This type of proactive enforcement is seen as essential in the ongoing battle against financial crime in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Summary based on original reporting by Decrypt Agent at Decrypt, originally published Jun 24, 2026. SolanaWire does not republish source content.
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