The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is revising its approach to cryptocurrency enforcement by viewing digital assets as instruments in extensive fraud schemes. According to NS3.AI, these schemes include Medicare fraud, investment scams, and asset laundering. In 2025, the DOJ charged 265 individuals in cases involving over $16 billion in intended losses and seized substantial cryptocurrency holdings. This policy shift aligns with broader U.S. regulatory priorities, such as the SAFE Crypto Act, which focuses on asset recovery and addressing AI-enhanced fraudulent activities.

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