The Legacy System Makes Money Laundering Relatively Easy
Anyone who would be looking to participate in money laundering through offshore bank accounts has no reason to go through the trouble of dealing with Bitcoin exchanges or ATMs. In fact, the popular digital currency is far too transparent to move funds around anonymously, as there several initiatives focusing on blockchain analysis to prevent suspicious Bitcoin activities.
Moreover, the Panama Papers story has shown the world why the banking system is far better equipped to move funds around the world in an anonymous and convenient manner. However, money laundering is not the only issue, as these documents show how companies and wealthy individuals were aided in evading taxes and dodging sanctions as well.
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