US Secret Service Launches Crypto Awareness Hub

The US Secret Service has announced the launch of a cryptocurrency awareness hub, an online educational platform to ‘combat the illicit use of digital assets as well as provide public awareness information on digital asset security and how to ensure it remains secure.’ Using Crypto is Not Criminal: US Secret Service In an announcement released last Friday, the US Secret Service stated that the new initiative seeks to provide the public with up-to-date information on the fight against crypto crime and the various risk mitigation strategies. The announcement further emphasized that the US does not intend to criminalize cryptocurrencies, as it sees them as a popular and useful form of payment. “Investments and transactions using cryptocurrencies and digital assets are not inherently criminal, however, do provide new opportunities for those seeking to commit fraud or otherwise conceal further illegal activities,” the Secret Service explained. Fighting Against Cybercrime The agency also pointed to the increased usage of crypto in cybercrime such as ransomware and money laundering activities in recent times. Cybercriminals have additionally developed substantial tricks including various digital money laundering services, such as over-the-counter brokers or exchange services and other unlicensed money services to launder illicitly obtained funds, according to them. Addressing such risks, the Secret Service in close partnership with t...