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BitMEX Moves to Expedite Sentencing Hearing After BSA Violation Admission

by Matoy
July 11, 2024
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  • BitMEX founders admit to past anti-money laundering program failures and paid significant fines in 2022.
  • The company now seeks an expedited sentencing, arguing no further fines are necessary due to previous penalties.
  • BitMEX assures current operations remain unaffected, highlighting their independently audited KYC and AML programs.

The cryptocurrency derivatives platform BitMEX is currently steering towards an expedited sentencing hearing concerning past violations of the U.S. Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). This move comes after a history of regulatory challenges that culminated in hefty fines paid by its founders.

Arthur Hayes and Benjamin Delo, founders of BitMEX, have previously acknowledged shortcomings in their implementation of necessary anti-money laundering (AML) measures on their platform. This acknowledgment came as part of their plea, which saw them paying $10 million each in criminal fines last year. The U.S. Department of Justice, recognizing these actions, is not pursuing additional penalties.

Legal and Operational Repercussions

In 2020, BitMEX faced significant legal scrutiny when it was revealed that its operations lacked a comprehensive AML program, a critical requirement under the BSA. This oversight led to a series of legal challenges, including hefty fines and stringent legal settlements with various U.S. regulatory bodies. BitMEX has since revamped its compliance measures, introducing robust verification systems to curb the misuse of its platform by U.S. citizens and ensuring that their operations comply with regulatory standards.

Arthur Hayes, notably proactive, surrendered voluntarily to U.S. authorities in Hawaii in response to the federal charges, showcasing a willingness to address and rectify the legal issues head-on. Meanwhile, Benjamin Delo was sentenced to 30 months of probation, marking a significant turn in how legal challenges are addressed in the crypto space.

Despite these hurdles, BitMEX asserts that the incident has not impacted their current business operations. The exchange continues to function, underpinned by compliance structures that have been independently audited, aiming to restore and maintain trust among its users and regulators.

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