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Almost Half of Stolen Cryptocurrency Assets Stay Unused, Insights Reveal
A report reveals that nearly 46% of stolen cryptocurrency remains unspent, highlighting chances for recovery amid evolving laundering methods.
Cybercriminals Exploit Fake AI Applications to Distribute Noodlophile Malware
Beware of fake AI tools spreading Noodlophile malware, designed to steal sensitive data and cryptocurrency wallets via deceptive social media campaigns.
Ledger's Discord Breach Fuels Phishing Schemes Amid Ethereum Vulnerabilities
Hackers compromised a Ledger moderator account to spread phishing links, prompting urgent security warnings as crypto thefts escalate.
FBI Urges Victims of Crypto Fraud to Come Forward by June 5 for Possible Restitution
The FBI urges victims of the AML Bitcoin scam to submit claims for restitution by June 5, 2025, as they ramp up their investigation into the fraud.
New Ethereum Upgrade Pectra Exposes Wallets to Serious Security Risks with Offchain Signatures
The Pectra upgrade on Ethereum enables attackers to drain wallets using only offchain signatures, raising new security concerns for users.
Florida Teenagers Charged with Kidnapping and Cryptocurrency Theft After Vegas Event
Three Florida teenagers allegedly kidnapped a cryptocurrency event organizer and stole $4 million in digital assets, facing serious charges.
Law Enforcement Errors: Cybersecurity Expert Points to Wrongful Detention in Bored Ape NFT Theft Case
ZachXBT claims law enforcement detained the wrong suspect in the $1M Bored Ape NFT theft, highlighting flaws in the investigation process.
Three Detained in Major $20 Million Cryptocurrency Fraud Investigation in the UK
Three men have been arrested in a $20M crypto scam investigation in the UK, as part of a crackdown on fraud and illicit transactions.
Resurgence of Inferno Drainer Malware: $9 Million Theft from Crypto Wallets in Recent Months
Inferno Drainer malware has resurfaced, stealing over $9M from crypto wallets in six months, using advanced techniques to evade detection.
Fraud Levels Alarmingly High in Solana's Meme Coin Landscape, New Analysis Reveals
A report reveals that 98.6% of Solana meme coins on Pump.fun are fraudulent, highlighting significant risks in the crypto ecosystem.
Massive Breach Exposes 60,000 Bitcoin Addresses Linked to LockBit Ransomware Group
Nearly 60,000 Bitcoin addresses linked to the LockBit ransomware gang were leaked after a security breach, aiding blockchain analysis efforts.
Ringleader of Cryptocurrency Fraud Syndicate Sentenced to Over 11 Years in Prison as Authorities Disrupt Operations in Hunan
A criminal gang in China ran a fake cryptocurrency platform, defrauding victims out of over 1 million RMB; the ringleader was sentenced to over 11 years.
Braden John Karony, ex-CEO of SafeMoon, pleads innocent in New York fraud trial, blames founder
Former SafeMoon CEO Braden Karony denies fraud charges and accuses founder Kyle Nagy during his trial in New York, which began this week.
Crypto Companies Fail to Revamp Security Measures Despite $1.4 Billion Bybit Hack and Recent $360 Million in April Theft
Hacken CEO Dyma Budorin highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in crypto security as $357M is lost to hacks, emphasizing the need for comprehensive protection strategies.
Hacker Behind Voltage Finance Breach Transfers $182,000 in Ether to Tornado Cash
A hacker from the Voltage Finance exploit moved $182K in ETH to Tornado Cash, highlighting ongoing crypto theft and security issues.
Clanker's Developer Resigns Amidst Criminal Past Revelation, Exposing Theft Scandal in Crypto Sector
Clanker developer resigns after embezzling $350,000 from Velodrome Finance, revealing serious issues in crypto background checks and project integrity.
Insight into the FBI’s 2024 Cryptocurrency Fraud Findings
The FBI's 2024 Cryptocurrency Fraud Report highlights a 66% increase in crypto-related scams, particularly targeting the elderly, with total losses reaching $9.3 billion.
Vulnerabilities in ElizaOS AI Agents Uncovered: A Risk to Millions in Cryptocurrency
A Princeton study reveals vulnerabilities in ElizaOS, highlighting how AI can be manipulated through memory attacks, risking millions in crypto.
Haliey Welch Apologizes to Investors in Meme Coin Scandal Amid Mental Health Struggles
Haliey Welch expresses regret over her involvement in the Hawk Tuah meme coin scandal, addressing the impact on investors and her mental health.
Vancouver Canucks Fall Victim to Social Media Hack Promoting Fake Cryptocurrency
The Vancouver Canucks' X account was hacked to promote a fake meme coin, misleading fans with a crypto giveaway before the team confirmed the breach.
