In a UK court specializing in heavy fraud cases, a former hospitality worker has been found guilty of money laundering over $2.5 billion worth of Bitcoin (BTC). Jian Wen's lavish lifestyle shift, from a modest flat to renting a luxurious six-bedroom house in North London, raised suspicions. Authorities initiated a five-year investigation, examining 48 electronic devices and thousands of files, many translated from Mandarin.

Wen's attempted purchase of a $30 million mansion in London triggered scrutiny, along with her efforts to buy expensive houses, despite facing challenges passing money-laundering checks. The UK police hailed the seizure as the "largest of its kind in the UK." Wen awaits sentencing on May 10.

While Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies are increasingly used by criminals for asset disguise and transfer, a recent US Treasury report challenges the notion, highlighting cash as the preferred medium for money laundering due to its anonymity and stability.

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