Description
The DOJ charged Schaback, the founder of an exchange, with failing to maintain adequate KYC/AML procedures.
Legal Significance
Schaback marketed the platform as one that did not require a “know your customer” program which allowed customers to “buy without an ID.”
Status
Settled
Case No.
2:24-cr-00072
Date Filed
March 27, 2024
Plaintiff
United States of America
Defendant
Artur Schaback
Court
USDC Eastern District of California
Plaintiff Counsel
Robin TubesingEmily Cohen
Defendant Counsel
Law Office Of Michael D. Long
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