Embezzled sukuk millions converted into digital currency, MACC says


PUTRAJAYA: The ongoing investigation into the Tan Sri allegedly involved in the embezzlement of sukuk funds has revealed that millions were converted into digital currency, according to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).

MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said at a press conference that the investigation had uncovered transfers of approximately RM11mil from the sukuk funds into digital assets.

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