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US Treasury Sanctions Iran's Strait of Hormuz Extortion Network and Shadow Fleet

29 Jul 2026 10:36 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned two Iranian firms for an IRGC-backed maritime insurance extortion scheme in the Strait of Hormuz and several vessels in Iran's "shadow fleet," aiming to disrupt funding for the regime's illicit activities.

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Treasury Unveils Redesigned CFIUS Website to Streamline Foreign Investment Reviews

29 Jul 2026 8:32 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury launched a redesigned CFIUS website, CFIUS.gov, featuring a pre-filing portal, risk matrix, and process guidance. This aims to modernize information access and streamline foreign investment reviews, enhancing national security and economic engagement.

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Treasury Secretary Bessent Hails "Historic" Launch of Trump Accounts, Citing 7 Million Enrollments

27 Jul 2026 1:34 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the successful launch of Trump Accounts, enrolling 7 million children. The program provides seed investments and aims to boost financial literacy and an "ownership economy" for American youth.

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Treasury Removes 84 from Sanctions List in Modernization Push

27 Jul 2026 1:33 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury's OFAC removed 84 individuals and entities from its sanctions list, updating 22 entries and resolving 18 duplicates. This is the second phase of a modernization effort to ensure sanctions are targeted and effective, supported by a new…

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Treasury to Host FLEC Meeting on Digital Financial Literacy

27 Jul 2026 10:23 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury will host a public meeting of the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) on July 27, 2026. Chaired by Secretary Scott Bessent, the meeting will focus on advancing digital financial literacy and education.

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FinCEN Alerts Financial Institutions to Federal Student Aid Fraud Schemes

24 Jul 2026 10:12 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

FinCEN has issued an alert to financial institutions regarding widespread fraud targeting federal student aid. The alert details schemes involving 'ghost students' and 'straw students' and urges vigilance to detect and report suspicious activity.

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Treasury Report Finds No Currency Manipulators, Ten Nations on Monitoring List

23 Jul 2026 4:12 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury's latest report found no major trading partners manipulated their currency through December 2025, but ten economies, including China, remain on a monitoring list for close attention to their foreign exchange policies.

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Secretary Bessent Praises Trump's Economic Legacy and "Trump Accounts" in Georgia

22 Jul 2026 3:14 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

Treasury Secretary Bessent lauded President Trump's economic record and the "Trump Accounts" program in Georgia. He highlighted job growth, tax cuts, and a $1,000 seed investment for children, framing it as a capitalist triumph.

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US Treasury Secretary Praises Pakistan's Economic Reforms

22 Jul 2026 11:46 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, commending progress on macroeconomic stability and fiscal consolidation. Bessent urged sustained reforms for durable growth and supported Pakistan's return to international capital markets.

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Treasury's New System Halts $99 Million in Payments to Deceased Individuals

21 Jul 2026 6:33 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury successfully implemented a new payment verification process, stopping over 4,900 payments worth $99 million to deceased individuals, fulfilling President Trump's executive order.

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Treasury Expands Mission to Combat Financial Networks of Political Terrorism

16 Jul 2026 10:13 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury is expanding its counter-terrorism mission to target the financial networks of resurgent political terrorism, including far-left and transnational groups. Secretary Bessent highlighted the exploitation of nonprofits and international cooperation as key to this effort.

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Financial Stability Council Addresses Geopolitical Risk, AI, and Market Stability

15 Jul 2026 4:21 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

The Financial Stability Oversight Council, chaired by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, met to discuss geopolitical risk, AI's financial impact, quarterly stability, and nonbank designations, aiming to bolster U.S. financial system resilience.

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Financial Stability Council Addresses Geopolitical Risk, AI, and Economic Security

15 Jul 2026 4:20 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

The Financial Stability Oversight Council met to discuss geopolitical risk, AI's financial impact, Q2 2026 stability, and nonbank designations, aiming to bolster U.S. economic security and system resilience.

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U.S. Treasury Sanctions Global Network Supplying Weapons to Iran's IRGC

15 Jul 2026 11:35 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned seven individuals and entities forming a global network that procured weapons for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, following recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Frank Bisignano to Lead Next Phase of Trump Accounts Expansion

15 Jul 2026 9:24 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury has appointed Frank Bisignano to spearhead the next phase of the Trump Accounts program, aiming to onboard millions more American children. This follows strong early participation with over 6.5 million families already signed up.

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U.S. Treasury Reports $132.2 Billion Net Capital Inflow in May

14 Jul 2026 4:13 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury reported a $132.2 billion net TIC inflow for May 2026, largely from foreign private investment in long-term U.S. securities. Short-term holdings and banking liabilities saw decreases, with the next data release set for August 17.

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US Treasury Sanctions Ransomware Enablers, Including VPN Service and Cryptor Seller

13 Jul 2026 10:32 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury sanctioned First VPN Service, its administrator Dmytro Rashevskyi, and cryptor seller Yegeniy Vladimirovich Silayev for enabling ransomware attacks against Americans, disrupting the cybercriminal ecosystem.

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Treasury Targets Iran's Financial Network Supporting Supreme Leader and IRGC

10 Jul 2026 2:35 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Ali Ansari, a key financier for Iran's Supreme Leader, and several exchange houses. These actions target a global embezzlement network and illicit financial activities supporting regime elites and the IRGC, following recent Strait of Hormuz attacks.

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OFAC Issues New General License for Democratic Republic of Congo

10 Jul 2026 10:34 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

OFAC has issued a new general license for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, authorizing transactions for agricultural commodities, medicine, medical devices, and other essential goods and services, easing certain sanctions.

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US Treasury Amends Iran Sanctions License for Oil and Petrochemical Wind-Down

7 Jul 2026 3:13 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

OFAC has revoked Iran-related General License X, replacing it with General License X1. This new license, effective July 7, 2026, mandates the wind-down of authorization for the production, delivery, and sale of Iranian crude oil and petrochemical products.

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Trump Accounts Launch with Bell-Ringing Ceremony, Aim to Boost Child Financial Futures

6 Jul 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

President Trump, Treasury Secretary Bessent, and market leaders celebrated the full launch of Trump Accounts, a new initiative providing $1,000 to eligible children to kickstart their financial future and promote investment.

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U.S. Treasury Launches Trump Accounts App to Boost Children's Financial Future

6 Jul 2026 10:29 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

President Trump and Secretary Bessent launched the Trump Accounts app, a new platform for families to manage and grow children's investments, offering financial education and aiming to expand stock ownership nationwide.

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U.S. Treasury Launches Trump Accounts App Nationwide for Children's Financial Future

4 Jul 2026 12:19 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury launched the Trump Accounts app nationwide, offering families a new platform to manage children's investments and financial education. This initiative aims to expand stock ownership and build long-term financial security for future generations.

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Trump's Working Families Tax Cuts Deliver Over $82 Billion in First Year Relief

2 Jul 2026 4:07 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

One year after enactment, President Trump's Working Families Tax Cuts have provided over $82 billion in relief, primarily benefiting low- and middle-income Americans through various deductions and credits, according to a Treasury analysis.

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Treasury to Accept Philanthropic Stock Contributions for Trump Accounts

2 Jul 2026 2:06 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury will now accept philanthropic stock contributions for Trump Accounts, launching July 4, 2026. This initiative aims to boost long-term financial security for American children, with over six million families already signed up.

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Treasury Unveils Investment Options for Trump Accounts

1 Jul 2026 4:29 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury announced the initial investment lineup for Trump Accounts, featuring a default S&P 500 ETF and four additional low-cost index funds. These options aim to provide American families with diversified, affordable ways to invest in their children's future.

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Treasury Opens New Opportunity Zone Nomination Cycle

1 Jul 2026 10:16 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury has opened the next nomination cycle for Qualified Opportunity Zones, a program renewed under President Trump's Working Families Tax Cuts. This initiative aims to attract private investment and foster economic growth in underserved communities, with new designations…

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Treasury Sanctions Facilitators of CJNG Fuel Smuggling and Tax Evasion Schemes

30 Jun 2026 2:19 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned two Mexican nationals and nine entities linked to CJNG's cross-border fuel smuggling and tax evasion. This action, supported by a FinCEN alert, targets a major revenue stream for the violent cartel.

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US Treasury Sanctions Networks Fueling Sudan's Civil War and Humanitarian Crisis

26 Jun 2026 10:33 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury sanctioned eight individuals and entities fueling Sudan's civil war, targeting SAF procurement and RSF recruitment networks. This action aims to halt the conflict, ease the humanitarian crisis, and push for a three-month truce.

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Treasury Concludes AI Innovation Series, Emphasizing Financial System Resilience

24 Jun 2026 10:33 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The Treasury Department concluded its AI Innovation Series, focusing on strengthening the U.S. financial system. Discussions highlighted AI's potential for growth and security, emphasizing the need for regulatory frameworks to evolve and support responsible adoption while maintaining stability.

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