UK crime agency froze $13.5M amid probe into Premier League crypto sponsor

UK authorities froze $13.5 million in cash following a January 2025 order from the Westminster Magistrates’ Court as part of an investigation into Sorare.

The top 3

  1. Largest Crypto Sports Sponsorship Deals: Crypto.com secured the naming rights for the former Staples Center for $700 million, while FTX sponsored Team SoloMid for $210 million and Bybit partnered with Red Bull Racing for $150 million.
  2. Premier League Clubs with Crypto Sponsors: In the 2025/26 season, 13 of 20 Premier League teams had crypto sponsorships, with Socios backing six clubs, Manchester City partnering with OKX, and Chelsea FC securing USDC as their front shirt sponsor for 2026/27.
  3. Top Sports Leagues for Crypto Sponsorships: Soccer is the most popular sport for crypto exchange sponsorships, followed by Formula 1, which has seen its annual crypto sponsorship spend reach $174 million, and Basketball (NBA) generating significant revenue.

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