Europe Tightens Crypto Privacy Controls as Law Enforcement Requests Surge
European authorities are stepping up their fight against cryptocurrency privacy tools while demanding more user data from major exchanges.
In a coordinated strike last week, Europol shut down one of the continent’s largest crypto mixing services. At the same time, Coinbase reported record-breaking law enforcement requests, with European countries leading the surge.
The developments signal Europe’s growing determination to eliminate anonymous crypto transactions and increase surveillance of digital assets.
Major Crypto Mixer Eliminated in Cross-Border Operation
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