A large-scale investigation into a shadow crypto network revealed over $224 million in illicit transactions, highlighting risks tied to unregulated platforms.
Kazakhstan’s financial regulator has warned that several major cryptocurrency exchanges are operating without the licences required under the country’s current digital asset framework, reinforcing its strict authorisation regime.
The Astana Financial Services Authority identified prominent platforms, including HTX, Bitget, OKX, and MEXC, as operating without the necessary permits. Under existing rules, only entities licensed within the Astana International Financial Centre are allowed to provide regulated digital asset…
