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WazirX hacker transfers 1600 ETH to Tornado Cash
The WazirX exploiter has transferred 5,000 ETH to a new wallet and started laundering the funds through the crypto mixer Tornado Cash. According to PeckSheildAlert, the WazirX exploiter moved 5000 ETH (roughly $12 million) to a new address identified by… дальше »
2024-9-5 13:03 | |
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UwU Lend announces $5m bounty as hacker starts laundering stolen funds via Tornado Cash
Decentralized lending protocol UwU Lend has unveiled a $5 million bounty to “identify and locate” the exploiter. Developers of UwU Lend are promising to pay up to $5 million “to the first person to identify and locate” a hacker, who… дальше »
2024-6-14 12:20 | |
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Are CBDCs the ultimate weapon against money laundering?
Could CBDCs’ transparency effectively track and curb the $3 trillion illicit financial flows? Let’s find out. The world faces a staggering challenge: illicit funds and money laundering. In 2023, over $3 trillion illicitly flowed through the global financial system, according… дальше »
2024-5-17 13:46 | |
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Kronos Research hacker starts laundering funds on Tornado Cash
After six months those responsible for the $25 million Kronos Research exploit have begun transferring the pilfered funds. Blockchain security firm PeckSheild flagged the move on May 7, noting that the hackers were directing the funds towards the mixing platform… дальше »
2024-5-7 12:17 | |
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KuCoin assures users funds are safe after US levies criminal charges
KuCoin CEO Johnny Lyu said the US criminal charges against the exchange will not affect the platform’s operational stability and assured users that their funds remain safe. Lyu made the statement on social media after the US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced it is levying criminal charges against the exchange for flouting anti-money laundering (AML) […] The post KuCoin assures users funds are safe after US levies criminal charges appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2024-3-26 20:53 | |
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North Korea: Crypto-hacks fuel 50% of country's foreign funds, claims report
Crypto hacks reportedly accounted for 40% of North Korea’s weapons program. North Korean actors like Lazarus Group prefer laundering through “mixers.” According to South Korea-based The post North Korea: Crypto-hacks fuel 50% of country's foreign funds, claims report appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2024-3-21 18:30 | |
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Funds In The Shadows: ISIS Expands Crypto Usage For Fundraising And Money Laundering, Report
A recent Bloomberg report revealed that the Islamic State (IS) is allegedly growing its use of cryptocurrencies, including Tether’s USDT stablecoin, to raise and transfer funds globally, with a particular focus on Africa. дальше »
2024-3-12 05:00 | |
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Las Vegas CEO faces 127 years for crypto laundering linked to cartels and charity fraud
The CEO of a Las Vegas Internet company could face a 127-year prison sentence following his conviction for laundering over $4 million with Bitcoin, funds connected to Mexican cartels, and a hacked charity, according to the Department of Justice. Martin… дальше »
2024-3-7 12:43 | |
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Safemoon CEO On The Brink Of Losing Legal Representation Due To Lack of Funds
John Karony, CEO of the bankrupt crypto firm SafeMoon, has experienced a setback in his legal defense following his attorneys’ decision to withdraw from the case. Karony is currently facing criminal charges for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, and securities fraud in the US. дальше »
2024-2-14 22:00 | |
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Binance Froze $1.5 Million Ties To Money Laundering Scheme, India Authorities Say
India’s law enforcement agency Directorate of Enforcement (ED) froze over $1,5 million deposited in crypto exchange Binance. The funds were deposited in Bitcoin via a transaction tie to crypto exchange WazirX and the Mobile Gaming App called E-Nuggets. дальше »
2022-9-29 20:37 | |
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EU Creates New Regulator For Crypto Oversight
The European Union (EU) is planning to create a sixth “Anti-Money Laundering Authority” that will be specifically responsible for regulating the cryptocurrency industry. While the Markets in Crypto Assets regulation and the contentious Transfer of Funds Regulation have received the majority of attention from the cryptocurrency industry, they are only a small part of a […] дальше »
2022-8-16 01:30 | |
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Indian authorities freeze more crypto funds over money laundering allegations
The Indian Directorate of Enforcement froze $46.4 million in the accounts of Vauld’s Indian branch until the exchange can account for the criminal proceeds it transferred out of the country. дальше »
2022-8-13 23:59 | |
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India’s ED freezes $46 million of Vauld’s funds on money-laundering charges
Singapore-based Crypto Lender Vauld is facing money laundering charges in India after $46.5 million (3.70 billion Indian rupees) was frozen from its local entity, Flipvolt Technology. The post India’s ED freezes $46 million of Vauld’s funds on money-laundering charges appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2022-8-12 21:46 | |
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US vows to ‘aggressively pursue’ crypto mixers following Tornado Cash sanctions
United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken warned that the administration would continue to “aggressively pursue” crypto mixers suspected of laundering illicit funds. The post US vows to ‘aggressively pursue’ crypto mixers following Tornado Cash sanctions appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2022-8-9 17:00 | |
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India freezes 64.67 crore ($8.1M) of WazirX’s funds for money laundering probe
India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) has ordered the freeze of a WazirX bank account with Rs 64. 67 crore (roughly $8. 1 million) in connection with a money laundering investigation, IndiaToday reported August 5. дальше »
2022-8-5 17:06 | |
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Brazilian Federal Police Bust Crypto Laundering Gang
Federal police in Brazil have captured a criminal organization accused of using cryptocurrency to launder funds generated from illegal gold mining. The post Brazilian Federal Police Bust Crypto Laundering Gang appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-7-9 19:00 | |
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EU Set to Vote On Critical Crypto AML Provision – Coinbase Cites Outright Ban On Non-Custodial Wallets
Reports show that the EU has revisited its Transfer of Funds Regulation (TRF), adding new provisions concerning crypto to limit the use of digital assets for money laundering. However, industry players feel the new draft is not just harmful to user privacy and security but also provides no effective restriction on money laundering. дальше »
2022-3-29 17:15 | |
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Tether freezes three Ethereum addresses holding $150 million in USDT
World’s largest stablecoin issuer Tether has added three more Ethereum addresses to its blacklist that held nearly $150 million worth of USDT. Being a centralized company, Tether has the authority to freeze accounts comprising dubious funds related to crime and money laundering. дальше »
2022-1-14 17:35 | |
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Extreme Right-Wing Groups Using Virtual Assets and Stablecoins to Move Funds: FATF Report
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) released a report called “Ethnically or Racially Motivated Terrorism Financing” that talks about the use of cryptocurrencies by terrorists to move funds. The global anti-money laundering watchdog said few countries had designated extreme right-wing groups (ERW) or individuals as terrorists who appear to be becoming more adept at disguising […] The post Extreme Right-Wing Groups Using Virtual Assets and Stablecoins to Move Funds: FATF Report first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-7-2 19:45 | |
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Russian Court Bans Websites Explaining How to Trade Bitcoin
A court in Russia’s Perm region has decided to block a number of websites describing how to exchange cryptocurrency for fiat cash. Local prosecutors claim the dissemination of this type of information is against the law in Russia as it may facilitate the laundering of illicit funds. дальше »
2021-6-11 09:30 | |
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China arrests 1,100 suspects for laundering illicit funds through crypto
Chinese police officers have arrested more than 1,100 people suspected of using cryptocurrencies to launder funds obtained through telephone and internet scams. The suspects’ illegal activities were discovered after a recent crackdown. дальше »
2021-6-11 22:58 | |
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Modulus’ crypto exchange enhancement to eliminate money laundering in P2P transfers
CryptoNinjas » Modulus’ crypto exchange enhancement to eliminate money laundering in P2P transfers This morning, Modulus, a US-based developer of ultra-high-performance trading and surveillance technology that powers global equities, derivatives, and digital asset exchanges, announced that it has released its new P2P Internal Transfers System, allowing traders to transfer funds to one another while actively cracking down on attempts at money laundering. дальше »
2021-5-5 21:13 | |
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Hong Kong Security Crackdown Leads to Record Capital Outflows— Residents Reportedly Used Cryptocurrencies to Move Funds
The Canadian anti-money laundering agency, Fintrac, says it recorded official capital inflows originating from Hong Kong that totaled more than $34 billion in the past year. The outflows, which are the highest since 2012 when the earliest Fintrac records are available, “are the first evidence of a significant flight of capital overseas from the Asian […] дальше »
2021-3-31 15:30 | |
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Netherlands: Bitstamp Users Must Now Undergo KYC to Withdraw to External Wallets
Bitstamp crypto exchange has now made it mandatory for its users who want to withdraw funds to external wallets to first undergo a know-your-customer procedure. The firm says the new measure is in a bid to comply with Netherlands anti-money laundering regulations. дальше »
2021-1-20 00:00 | |
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Japanese Crypto Exchange Sues Binance for Role in $63 Million Bitcoin Hack
In 2018, hackers stole digital assets worth $63 million in Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, and Monacoin from the Japanese crypto exchange, Zaif. The plaintiff now argues that Binance is partly responsible for platforming the laundering of $9.4 million in stolen funds. дальше »
2020-9-17 14:56 | |
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Over $150,000 in Bitcoin Seized from UK Woman Arrested for Fraud and Money Laundering
Met’s Proactive Money Laundering Team seized Bitcoin funds worth thousands of pounds from a woman in the UK after a search warrant revealed her involvement in fraud and money laundering. According to a report by the Metropolitan Police, the detectives had been investigating the suspect and established that she was managing large sums fraudulently obtained. […] дальше »
2020-8-16 15:20 | |
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New Zealand police freeze $90 million in connection with the BTC-e money laundering case
New Zealand will not be a safe haven for illicit funds, says Police Commissioner ... The post New Zealand police freeze $90 million in connection with the BTC-e money laundering case appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-6-23 18:34 | |
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US Regulators Target Bitcoin ATMs: 88% of the Funds Exit the Country via Machines
Bitcoin automated teller machines (BATMs) will become the next target for regulators, as world governments tighten screws on money laundering. According to Ciphertrace CTO John Jeffries, crypto-cash machines will attract “greater…regulatory focus” in a bid to rein-in alleged cross-border illicit financial transfers. дальше »
2020-6-4 05:30 | |
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Sanctioned Chinese Nationals Laundered Money for North Korean Hackers
The Office of Foreign Assets and Control (OFAC) the enforcement body of the U. S. Treasury Department, sanctioned two Chinese nationals who played a part in laundering illicit funds linked to a crypto exchange hack. дальше »
2020-3-4 20:00 | |
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Currency.com Accused of Exploiting KYC to Withhold Customer Funds
Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Transaction (KYT) are ostensibly deployed by exchanges to combat money laundering. In practice, these provisions are used as an excuse to surveil, cajole, and threaten customers, who risk losing funds if they are unable to meet the impossibly high burden of proof. дальше »
2020-2-19 18:10 | |
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