ED detects ₹2,500-crore FEMA violations in Bengaluru cross-border crypto transfers probe

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has uncovered ₹2,500 crore in FEMA violations by several Bengaluru-based firms involved in unauthorized cross-border cryptocurrency transfers. The investigation alleges these companies facilitated illegal remittances by bypassing RBI regulations.
Why it matters
This highlights the growing regulatory scrutiny of cryptocurrency platforms and the risks associated with using digital assets for international money transfers.
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has detected alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) involving more than ₹2,500 crore after conducting searches on six premises in Bengaluru linked to cryptocurrency-based cross-border money transfers.
The article reports on an ongoing investigation by a government agency using factual, neutral language.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in