Bitcoin
DOJ targets 127,271 BTC in Iran forfeiture push
The US Department of Justice has filed forfeiture complaints targeting over $1 billion in crypto, including 127,271 BTC, allegedly tied to the Iranian government.
![DOJ targets 127,271 [ticker BTC] in Iran forfeiture push](https://coinscoop.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/article-1369-200x130.png)
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FinCEN withdraws crypto mixing and self-hosted wallet proposals
FinCEN has withdrawn its 2023 proposal on crypto mixing and a 2020 proposal targeting self-hosted wallets, citing privacy concerns and potential chilling effects on lawful activity.
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Fed lays out stablecoin application path for insured state member banks
The Federal Reserve Board published proposed application procedures for insured State member banks seeking approval for subsidiaries to issue payment stablecoins under the GENIUS Act.
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Tether reports approximately $550 million in Iran-linked USDT freezes
Tether reports freezing approximately $550 million in Iran-linked USD₮ during 2026, aligning with expanded U.S. sanctions and facing Senate criticism over wallet blocking.
![Tether reports approximately $550 million in Iran-linked [ticker USDT] freezes](https://coinscoop.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/article-1090-200x130.png)
DeFi
Compound proposes 10-day treasury execution delay
Compound proposes increasing the Treasury Timelock's minimum delay from two days to 10, giving governance more time to stop contested operations.
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OFAC extends Iran sanctions to the digital assets sector
OFAC has extended Iran sanctions to the digital assets sector, marking the first U.S. sectoral determination covering Iran's digital assets, effective August 24.
