Japanese crime syndicates are using rare Pokémon cards to launder money, exploiting their high value and portability.

Japanese crime syndicates are using rare Pokémon trading cards to launder money due to the cards' high value and portability. Criminals identify and acquire high-value cards using metal detectors and scales, reselling them at inflated prices to convert illicit cash into legitimate currency. The demand for these cards has surged since the pandemic, making this method of money laundering increasingly popular.

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