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Over $450 Million in Seized Assets Set for Distribution to Fraud Victims
The DOJ plans to return over $450M in seized assets to victims of a $577M crypto Ponzi scheme, following sentencing of its perpetrators.
Retired Teacher Kidnapped for Bitcoin Ransom: Brazilian Police Nab Suspects Following Crypto Kidnapping Trend
A Brazilian mom was kidnapped for a Bitcoin ransom of 5 BTC by criminals who tracked her crypto-trading son, highlighting the rise of crypto-related abductions.
Texas Law Enforcement Targets Ransomware Operators, Seizes Over $2.8 Million in Cryptocurrency
Texas authorities have seized $2.8M in crypto from alleged ransomware operator Ianis Aleksandrovich Antropenko, highlighting cybercrime enforcement efforts.
Shiba Inu Community on High Alert as New Scamming Tactics Emerge
The Shiba Inu team warns SHIB holders about a new scam that involves impersonation and fraudulent Discord links to steal funds. Stay vigilant!
Law Enforcement and Private Sector Freeze Over $300 Million in Crypto in Fraud Prevention Efforts
Law enforcement and private companies have seized over $300M in crypto linked to fraud schemes in a major anti-fraud initiative, revealing ongoing global challenges.
Czech Authorities Arrest Drug Trafficker Amid Bitcoin Donation Investigation
Czech police detain Tomas Jirikovsky, a drug trafficker linked to a bitcoin donation scandal, amid ongoing investigations into money laundering and political fallout.
This Week's Crypto Scams Result in $1.6 Million in Losses Due to Address Poisoning
Crypto users lost $1.6M this week to address poisoning scams, with attackers mimicking addresses to dupe victims into sending funds to lookalike wallets.
Clarifications Raised by Shiba Inu Developer Addressing Wallet Hack Warnings
Shiba Inu developer Kaal Dhairya clarifies wallet hacking concerns, assuring the community that critical systems remain unaffected and warning about potential scams.
Vietnamese Authorities Uncover Major Ponzi Scheme Behind Paynet Coin, Arrest Key Operatives
Vietnam police have dismantled a billion-dollar Ponzi scheme behind Paynet Coin, arresting the ringleader and freezing $38 million in assets.
FBI Issues Warning About Scammers Impersonating Lawyers to Defraud Crypto Victims Again
The FBI warns of fraudsters impersonating lawyers to target crypto scam victims, promising fund recovery while stealing more money.
Ethereum Developer Exposes Vulnerability After AI Extension Drains Crypto Wallet
A core Ethereum developer lost funds due to a malware AI extension, highlighting growing threats from sophisticated scams targeting crypto wallets.
Inside Binance's Battle Against North Korean Cybercriminals Posing as Job Applicants
Discover how Binance identifies daily attempts by North Korean hackers to apply for jobs, thwarting their malicious infiltration into the crypto industry.
Massive $7 Million Bitcoin Heist Linked to Satoshi Token Price Manipulation
$7 million in Bitcoin drained through SATOSHI token price manipulation at ODIN•FUN, leading to halted trading and urgent security audits.
New T3+ Initiative Aims to Strengthen Cooperation Against Cryptocurrency Crimes; Binance Joins as First Partner
T3 Financial Crime Unit launches T3+, a global collaborator program with Binance, aiming to enhance blockchain security and combat illicit activities.
FTX Customers Revise Lawsuit Against Law Firm, Alleging Key Role in Fraud Scheme
FTX customers update lawsuit against Fenwick & West, claiming the law firm played a key role in the fraud leading to the exchange's collapse.
Ransomware Group Embargo Launders Over $34 Million — Implications for the Crypto Ecosystem and SHIB
Embargo ransomware has laundered $34M in crypto, impacting the crypto ecosystem and raising concerns for SHIB's stability amidst tight regulations.
Steve Wozniak Sounds Alarm on YouTube's Inaction Over Bitcoin Scam That Cost Victims Millions
Steve Wozniak warns of rampant Bitcoin scams on YouTube, with victims losing life savings, citing a need for better content moderation and regulation.
Crypto Security Risks Surge: Weekly Kidnapping Reports Rise for Bitcoin Investors
Alena Vranova reveals that at least one Bitcoiner is kidnapped weekly due to rising wrench attacks, urging crypto holders to enhance personal security.
Russian Hacking Group GreedyBear Intensifies Crypto Heists Using Impostor Extensions
A Russian hacking group, GreedyBear, is utilizing fake MetaMask versions to steal over $1 million in crypto using weaponized Firefox extensions and phishing sites.
New Ransomware Group Embargo Moves $34 Million in Crypto Payments Since April 2024
The Embargo ransomware group has moved over $34M in crypto since April 2024, targeting critical U.S. infrastructure like hospitals and pharmaceutical networks.
