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Federal prosecutors contest Sam Bankman-Fried's request for a new trial following FTX's demise
US prosecutors urge a judge to deny Sam Bankman-Fried's request for a new trial, claiming no valid legal grounds exist to overturn his conviction.
Cyberattack Targets Bonk.fun as Hackers Irregularly Access Domain for Phishing Scheme
Hackers hijacked Bonk.fun's domain, deploying phishing prompts to drain wallets. Users warned to avoid the site to prevent fund loss.
Federal Prosecutors Aim to Recover $3.4 Million in USDT from Alleged Crypto Investment Fraud
The DOJ is pursuing the forfeiture of $3.4M in USDT linked to a crypto investment scam that defrauded victims across multiple states.
Federal Court Decision to Restore Over 94,000 BTC to Bitfinex: A Milestone for Crypto Property Rights
A U.S. court has ordered the return of 94,000 bitcoin to Bitfinex, setting a significant precedent for cryptocurrency property rights and victim restitution.
Home Invasion in Versailles: Thieves Posing as Police Steal $1M in Bitcoin at Knifepoint
A French couple was robbed of $1M in Bitcoin by fake police officers at knifepoint, prompting a search for the suspects by local authorities.
Gondi NFT Lending Platform Promises Compensation Following Major $230,000 Exploit
NFT platform Gondi pledges $250k in compensation to users impacted by a smart contract exploit that stole $230k worth of NFTs.
Treasury Report Warns of Increasing Fraud Through Crypto ATMs
The U.S. Treasury warns of rising fraud risks linked to crypto ATMs, highlighting scams targeting victims and significant financial losses reported in 2024.
Washington CFO Sentenced to Two Years for Diverting $35 Million into Failed Crypto Ventures
CFO Nevin Shetty sentenced to two years in prison after diverting $35 million to a failed crypto venture, causing severe damage to his company.
Warning Issued to XRP Wallet Users as Scammers Target with Fake Plugins
XRP Wallet users are warned about fake Xaman browser plugins, flagged as scams by XRPL developer Wietse Wind. Stay alert and protect your assets.
Son of Federal Contractor Arrested for Allegedly Illegally Stealing $46 Million in Cryptocurrency from U.S. Marshals
A federal contractor's son, John Daghita, was arrested for allegedly stealing $46 million in crypto from the U.S. Marshals Service.
Over Half a Billion Seized: U.S. Targets Crypto Scams Perpetrated by Chinese Criminals in Southeast Asia
U.S. authorities seize over $584 million in cryptocurrency from Chinese crime syndicates involved in scams targeting American citizens.
Coinbase, Microsoft and Europol join forces to dismantle Tycoon 2FA phishing service
Coinbase, Microsoft, and Europol have dismantled the Tycoon 2FA phishing network, which exploited multi-factor authentication to access accounts worldwide.
Victim of Violent Heist Offering 10% Reward After $24 Million Crypto Theft
A $24M crypto robbery involving violence led to a bounty offer for recovering funds. Attackers used weapons in a wrench attack targeting the victim's crypto holdings.
Warning Issued as Fraudsters Exploit RCMP Logo in Cryptocurrency Recovery Scams
Canadian police warn of scams exploiting crypto recovery efforts, targeting victims of previous fraud. Stay informed to protect your assets.
Enhancing Security in Stellar: RedStone Launches New Price Oracle for DeFi
RedStone has launched a price oracle on Stellar, enhancing security and data reliability for decentralized finance following a recent exploit.
Former LAPD Officer Convicted for Bitcoin Theft in Home Invasion Attack
A former LAPD officer was convicted for a violent Bitcoin robbery, stealing $350K in cryptocurrency during a home invasion using threats and physical force.
Federal Court Rules in Favor of Uniswap, Dismisses Fraud Allegations
Uniswap wins a class action lawsuit dismissal, freeing it from liability over alleged rug pulls on its decentralized exchange, setting a legal precedent.
Massachusetts Prosecutors Target $327,829 in Crypto Linked to Dating App Scam
US prosecutors seek to forfeit $327K in USDT linked to a romance scam involving fake investment opportunities on a dating app.
XRP Community Warned About Rising NFT Scams Targeting Wallet Holders
XRP Ledger developer Wietse Wind warns users of scams involving fake NFTs targeting wallet holders, urging caution and verification before accepting offers.
Crypto hacking losses dip to lowest levels since early 2025, reports reveal
Crypto hacks in February 2026 caused $37.7 million in losses, the lowest since March 2025. Phishing and wallet compromise led the incidents.
