Tron, Tether, and TRM Labs have announced the expansion of their T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU) with Binance as the first T3+ partner. The unit has frozen over$250 million in illicit crypto assets since its launch in September 2024.

The T3 FCU works with global law enforcement to tackle money laundering, investment fraud, terrorism financing, and other financial crimes. The new T3+ programme unites exchanges and institutions to share intelligence and tackle threats in real time.

Recent reports highlight the urgency of these efforts. Over$3 billion in crypto was stolen in the first half of 2025, with some hacks laundering funds in under three minutes. Only around 4% of stolen assets were recovered during this period, underscoring the speed and sophistication of modern attacks.

Debate continues over the role of stablecoin issuers and exchanges in freezing funds. Tether's halt of$86,000 in stolen USDt highlights fast recovery but raises concerns over decentralised principles amid calls for stronger industry-wide security.