Over a thousand cryptocurrency-related cases are being investigated in Kazakhstan.
Date: 2025-11-04 Author: Henry Casey Categories: IN WORLD
The number of criminal cases related to cryptocurrency in Kazakhstan has exceeded 1,000. As a government official reported at a forum in Taraz, the total damage to individuals and organizations from illegal activities in this area has exceeded 8 billion tenge, equivalent to over $15 million.
To combat digital crime, authorities are building a comprehensive countermeasure system. Specifically, a specialized anti-fraud center has been established to coordinate efforts to identify and prevent fraudulent schemes. Furthermore, new measures have been introduced to block suspicious online resources, phone numbers, and calls used by criminals to defraud users.
According to official data, over 26,000 websites and approximately 64 million suspicious calls have been blocked in the country since the beginning of the year. These measures are aimed at reducing the incidence of cybercrime related to digital asset turnover and illegal exchange operations.
Deputy Chairman of the Law Enforcement Agency Adilov explained that 60% of all criminal cases initiated are related to fraud in the crypto sphere. Another 25% of cases involve illegal exchangers operating without licenses and violating financial laws. The remaining 15% involve money laundering through digital assets and crypto platforms.
According to the official, government agencies are actively collaborating with international partners and private companies to monitor the movement of funds and prevent cross-border schemes. Kazakhstan, he added, is striving to create a secure ecosystem for digital asset market participants, minimizing risks for users and investors.
It was previously reported that from January to September of this year, authorities liquidated 130 cryptocurrency platforms operating without official registration. These measures are part of a larger program to strengthen oversight of the digital asset market and protect citizens from fraud.
In recent years, Kazakhstan has been actively developing its legal framework for cryptocurrencies, including regulating the activities of mining companies and exchange services. The government emphasizes that it supports the development of innovative technologies but intends to strictly suppress any illegal operations that threaten the country's financial stability.
