Crypto kidnapping in France: Police arrest six over magistrate abduction

French authorities have arrested multiple suspects in connection with the kidnapping of a magistrate and her mother in a case prosecutors say involved a cryptocurrency ransom plot. Crypto kidnapping sparks nationwide police operation in France The Lyon public prosecutor’s office… дальше »

2026-2-9 12:25

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Former NRL star Trent Merrin arrested over alleged $140K crypto theft in Australia

Former Australian Rugby Star Trent Merrin has been arrested for stealing AUD $140,000 worth of cryptocurrency using deceptive means. Merrin, who is a renowned former forward known for his stints with the Kangaroos, New South Wales Blues, and NRL clubs… дальше »

2025-11-6 10:52

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Australian federal police seizes $4.5M in assets tied to 2013 crypto theft

Australian authorities have seized more than $4.5 million in assets from a Queensland man, who was linked to the 2013 theft of 950 BTC from a French crypto exchange. In a May 18 statement, AFP-led Criminal Assets Confiscation Taskforce said… дальше »

2025-5-19 14:31

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Bybit hacker launders more than 50% of the $1.4B stolen Ethereum in less than a week

The hacker behind the $1.4 billion Bybit exploit has already laundered more than 50% of the stolen Ethereum, primarily using THORChain to swap ETH for Bitcoin. According to blockchain analytics firm Spot On Chain’s Feb. 28 post on X, the… дальше »