OFAC Targets Hamas Financiers Using TRON Wallets
OFAC sanctions Hamas-linked operatives and freezes $38.6M in TRON wallets, highlighting regional OTC desks' role in terror financing.
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OFAC sanctions Hamas-linked operatives and freezes $38.6M in TRON wallets, highlighting regional OTC desks' role in terror financing.
Crypto
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The HYPE price has been under pressure since peaking at $76.80 in June, extending its decline and aiming toward the 200-day EMA at $50.23. With the token already testing investor confidence, another break below the $54.37 support could accelerate the short-term correction.
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Rising market sell order volume and declining Open Interest pointed toward defensive positioning from crypto traders.
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