Brazilian police launch “Maya Veil Operation”: raids 87 shell companies to investigate a crypto money-laundering network

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Deep Tide TechFlow message: On July 11, according to IBTIMES, Brazilian police announced the launch of “Operation Veil of Maya,” carrying out nine search and seizure warrants simultaneously in São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Araraquara Porto Alegre, and Canoas to crack down on a money-laundering network involving 87 shell companies. The operation is named after the philosophical concept “Maya’s Veil,” which refers to an illusion that hides reality.

The investigation shows that cryptocurrencies mainly serve as a vehicle for cross-border transfer of funds within the money-laundering network. The criminals receive illicit proceeds through shell companies, convert the funds into crypto assets, and then transfer them abroad. Those involved may face charges including money laundering, tax evasion, participation in organized crime, and other related allegations; however, the police have not yet disclosed the amount of funds involved or the number of assets seized.

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