UK sanctions 18 crypto-linked entities accused of moving $90B via Russia's A7 network

The UK has sanctioned 18 crypto platforms, banks, and financial networks allegedly used by the Kremlin-backed A7 payment network to bypass restrictions, with claims they processed over $90 billion in 2025. The measures place the entities on the UK Consolidated List and require UK-based businesses to freeze related assets and block transactions tied to the listed firms.