Crypto wrap: Crackdown on Russian exchanges, PayPal goes crypto, plus more

Latest from the world of crypto, including stories from the US, UK and elsewhere.

The US Department of Treasury has taken action against two crypto exchange services accused of having links with Russia and being involved in illicit activities such as money laundering.

A press release by the Department says the latest action against PM2BTC and Cryptex was “part of a coordinated international effort

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