OFAC FirstVPN Sanctions Show Crypto Enforcement Is Moving Up The Infrastructure Stack

The US Office of Foreign Assets Control has sanctioned FirstVPN and entities linked to ransomware enablers, broadening the focus of crypto-related enforcement beyond individual addresses. The move, announced by OFAC, is seen as a significant development in the shift towards more practical questions about the safety and regulation of cryptocurrency systems. The action is being closely watched by traders, builders, and compliance teams for its potential impact on liquidity and risk.