Chainalysis report shows that in 2025, cryptocurrency funds suspected of being linked to human trafficking services increased by 85% year-over-year, reaching hundreds of millions of dollars. The related services are mainly concentrated in Southeast Asia. The report states that Telegram-based services such as "international escort" and "labor intermediary" have formed a high degree of synergy with Chinese money laundering networks (CMLN) and guarantee platforms. Nearly 50% of the transaction amounts exceed $10,000, indicating highly organized and professional characteristics, with stablecoins being the primary payment method.
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Chainalysis report shows that in 2025, cryptocurrency funds suspected of being linked to human trafficking services increased by 85% year-over-year, reaching hundreds of millions of dollars. The related services are mainly concentrated in Southeast Asia. The report states that Telegram-based services such as "international escort" and "labor intermediary" have formed a high degree of synergy with Chinese money laundering networks (CMLN) and guarantee platforms. Nearly 50% of the transaction amounts exceed $10,000, indicating highly organized and professional characteristics, with stablecoins being the primary payment method.