Block Inc., co-founded by Jack Dorsey, has agreed to a $40 million settlement with NYDFS over compliance failures related to Cash App.
The investigation revealed deficiencies in anti-money laundering and know-your-customer protocols, allowing illicit accounts to operate on the platform.
Block will appoint an independent monitor to improve compliance, highlighting increased regulatory scrutiny in the cryptocurrency space.
Despite regulatory setbacks, Block reported strong financial performance in 2024, with revenue increase and high revenue from Cash App.