Italian authorities arrested 30 individuals suspected of operating a mafia-linked underground banking network that laundered approximately €68 million through cryptocurrency, according to Milan prosecutors. The cross-border operation extended into Spain and Switzerland, with funds moved via bank accounts, crypto exchanges, and digital wallets.
The network was allegedly based at a car rental business in Pero, near Milan, and connected to the 'Ndrangheta and Camorra mafia organizations. Investigators found the group issued false service invoices through shell companies—totaling over €110 million—to help businesses evade taxes and generate cash. Some proceeds were reportedly used to finance imprisoned mafia members, while others originated from online crypto investment scams.
Italy Arrests 30 in Mafia-Linked Crypto Laundering Network Moving €68M Across Borders
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