T3 FCU Freezes $3 Billion in Illicit Crypto Assets

Key Points:* The T3 FCU has frozen over $3 billion in illicit crypto assets globally.

• Acknowledged by global law enforcement for its critical role.
• Promotes stablecoin compliance across multiple continents. The T3 Financial Crime Unit, initiated by Tether, TRON, and TRM Labs, announced the freezing of $3 billion in illicit funds during its first operational year.

This achievement underscores the significant collaborative efforts in enhancing compliance and accountability within the stablecoin sector, impacting global financial security perceptions.

T3 FCU Freezes $3 Billion in High-Profile Operations

T3 Financial Crime Unit’s collaboration, initiated by Tether, TRON, and TRM Labs, has succeeded in freezing $3 billion in illicit cryptocurrency within a year. Recognized by global agencies, T3’s actions highlight the effectiveness of integrating public-private partnerships in tackling criminal activities.

Justin Sun, Founder of TRON, stressed the initiative’s efficacy in countering unlawful USDT activities, stating that the swift freezing of criminal assets serves as a deterrent to illegal use. This marks a turning point for stablecoin networks embracing compliance and security measures.

Criminals now have 100 million reasons to think twice before using TRON. T3 FCU’s rapid success in freezing criminal assets sends an unmistakable message: if you’re using USDT on TRON for crime, you will be caught. — Justin Sun, Founder, TRON

The industry has shown positive responses. Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, reiterated the importance of collaborating with legal authorities globally. Global enforcement bodies, including Brazil’s Federal Police, formally commended T3’s role in a major anti-money laundering case.

New Compliance Benchmark Set by Stablecoin Issuer T3 FCU

Did you know? T3 FCU’s approach, modeled on past public-private partnerships, is the first led by a stablecoin issuer like Tether, setting new compliance benchmarks in digital finance.

As per CoinMarketCap, Tether USDt (USDT) trades at $1.00 with a market cap of $183.33 billion. Its 24-hour volume stands at 146.87 billion USD, showing a 5.16% decrease. The stablecoin’s price remains stable despite minor weekly and monthly declines.

Tether USDt(USDT), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 10:31 UTC on October 31, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap Experts at Coincu suggest T3’s achievements could lead to broader adoption of regulatory frameworks, shifting the industry towards enhanced transparency. The initiative’s success could encourage similar enforcement models worldwide, fostering a more secure cryptocurrency ecosystem.