{"id":17699,"date":"2026-05-27T03:24:43","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T03:24:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cryptometer.io\/news\/?p=17699"},"modified":"2026-05-27T03:24:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T03:24:45","slug":"u-k-targets-htx-in-major-crypto-sanctions-crackdown-over-russia-links","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cryptometer.io\/news\/u-k-targets-htx-in-major-crypto-sanctions-crackdown-over-russia-links\/","title":{"rendered":"U.K. Targets HTX in Major Crypto Sanctions Crackdown Over Russia Links"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The United Kingdom has sanctioned crypto exchange HTX, formerly known as Huobi, over allegations that the platform helped Russian-linked entities move funds despite Western restrictions. The move marks one of the strongest actions taken by the U.K. against a major cryptocurrency exchange since the Russia-Ukraine war began.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">British officials claim HTX provided financial services connected to sanctioned Russian networks, including A7 and the Moscow-based exchange Garantex. U.S. authorities previously accused Garantex of money laundering and sanctions evasion, placing the platform under sanctions years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-u-k-expands-pressure-on-russia-s-crypto-networks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">U.K. Expands Pressure on Russia\u2019s Crypto Networks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The U.K. Foreign Office said the sanctions are part of a larger campaign targeting alternative payment systems allegedly used by Moscow to avoid international restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that Russia\u2019s attempts to use digital assets and crypto infrastructure to bypass sanctions would face stronger enforcement measures moving forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Officials believe so-called \u201cshadow financial systems\u201d have become increasingly important for Russian-linked businesses after traditional banking access tightened under Western sanctions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Key points from the U.K. action include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>HTX allegedly facilitated services linked to sanctioned Russian entities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Authorities identified connections to A7 and Garantex<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The crackdown aims to disrupt crypto-based sanctions evasion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulators are increasing oversight of offshore crypto exchanges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-htx-responds-to-allegations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">HTX Responds to Allegations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HTX said it plans to cooperate with British authorities and seek further clarification regarding the accusations. The exchange also stressed its commitment to complying with regulations across global markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The platform remains one of the world\u2019s largest crypto exchanges. Reports suggest HTX processed more than $3 trillion in digital asset transactions last year, highlighting its major role in the crypto trading industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-justin-sun-faces-fresh-regulatory-attention\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Justin Sun Faces Fresh Regulatory Attention<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sanctions have also renewed focus on TRON founder Justin Sun, who is closely associated with HTX. 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