Crypto ATM startup Coinme hit with cease-and-desist order in Washington state - GeekWire
Coinme has received a cease-and-desist order in Washington state, halting its operations.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Money Services & Money Transmitters space on September 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. All crypto ATM operators and virtual currency firms operating in Washington state. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediate cessation of operations as per the order.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Money Services & Money Transmitters continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Coinme is prohibited from conducting business until the order is lifted.
Who it affects
All crypto ATM operators and virtual currency firms operating in Washington state.
What you must do
Cease all operations related to crypto ATMs in Washington state immediately.
Deadline
Immediate cessation of operations as per the order.
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