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DOJ, Europol Freeze $3.5M In Crypto After Dismantling Global Proxy Fraud Network
A New York resident lost close to $1 million in cryptocurrency. That single case became one of the clearest examples of the damage done by SocksEscort — a for-hire proxy service that gave criminals across the globe a way to hide while they stole. дальше »
2026-3-15 20:30 | |
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Offshore crypto platforms let criminals evade oversight, FATF warns
FATF has urged regulators to tighten oversight of offshore crypto platforms. дальше »
2026-3-13 18:06 | |
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Crypto wrench attacks rise as French couple robbed of $1M in Bitcoin at knifepoint
A couple in western Paris was held hostage and forced to transfer roughly €900,000 ($980,000) in Bitcoin after three criminals posing as police officers broke into their home in what appears to be the latest crypto “wrench attack.” The attack… дальше »
2026-3-11 08:44 | |
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Crypto hackers exploit ClickFix via fake venture capital outreach
Crypto criminals are refining social engineering tactics to bypass traditional security tools, using fake venture capital outreach to deploy a technique known as ClickFix. Researchers say attackers are impersonating investment firms on LinkedIn, luring users into fraudulent video calls, and tricking them into running malicious commands on their own devices. дальше »
2026-3-4 10:13 | |
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Crypto Mixing Is Back — And Criminals Adapted Faster Than The Rules Did
When US crypto regulators cracked down on Tornado Cash in 2022, the assumption was simple: shut down the tool, shut down the problem. It didn’t work out that way. Related Reading: Is Bitcoin The Poor Man’s Hedge Against Inflation? Coinbase CEO Thinks So New research from the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) shows that coin mixer usage has climbed back toward pre-ban levels — and that the people most effectively pushed out by the sanctions were not the criminals, but ordinary users seeking financial privacy. дальше »
2026-2-28 03:00 | |
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US DOJ seized and froze $580M in crypto from ‘Chinese transnational criminals‘
The seizures and freezing over three months were conducted by the District of Columbia’s Scam Center Strike Force, established by US Attorney Jeanine Pirro in November. дальше »
2026-2-28 22:51 | |
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Kazakhstan to fund crypto reserve using digital assets seized from criminals
Kazakhstan will use crypto assets seized from criminals to fund its national crypto reserve, according to the National Investment Corporation. As reported by local media, the NIC, which is the National Bank of Kazakhstan’s investment arm, reportedly plans on using… дальше »
2026-1-30 11:05 | |
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Ledger customer data breached including info that leads violent criminals to your door
Ledger customers woke up on Jan. 5 to an email no one wants to see: their names and contact information had been exposed through a breach at Global-e, a third-party payment processor. The company clarified what hadn't been compromised: no payment cards, no passwords, and critically, no 24-word recovery phrases. дальше »
2026-1-7 14:55 | |
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Australia hit by new crypto scam tactic: criminals file fake reports to mimic police
They impersonate police officers and reference official government websites. Victims are falsely told they are involved in crypto-related investigations. The AFP warns that real officers will never ask for access to wallets or accounts. дальше »
2025-11-13 15:15 | |
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Criminals demand $30k in BTC from schools in bomb scare
Three Indonesian international schools received bomb threats from an unknown sender, who demanded a ransom of $30,000 worth of BTC sent to the same crypto address. Three international schools in Indonesia were targeted by criminals claiming to have planted a… дальше »
2025-10-9 12:30 | |
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Crypto Phishing Scams Rise 72% In August To Steal Over $12 Million
Blockchain security firm Scam Sniffer attributed the 72% rise in crypto phishing losses to criminals exploiting Ethereum’s EIP-7702 upgrade. The post Crypto Phishing Scams Rise 72% In August To Steal Over $12 Million appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2025-9-7 20:14 | |
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New Zealand announces crypto ATM ban in push to combat financial crime
New Zealand will ban cryptocurrency ATMs and limit international cash transfers to $5,000 as part of new anti-money laundering reforms. According to Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee, the reforms, unveiled on July 9, will “target criminals” by restricting their ability… дальше »
2025-7-9 10:52 | |
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Crypto conferences scale up, so do scams, security experts warn
Criminals are using in-person crypto events to launch phishing campaigns and impersonation scams, Kraken warns. By now, it’s no secret that crypto is becoming mainstream, and with it, a bigger target. дальше »
2025-6-13 14:29 | |
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AI could destroy crypto within five years | Opinion
Once AI has advanced to the point where it can hack encryption, the level of criminals using this tool will dramatically increase. дальше »
2025-6-8 12:47 | |
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Crypto Criminals Traded Over $649 Billion in Stablecoins Last Year
Bitrace’s 2024 report shows stablecoins still play a significant role in crypto crime, but rising enforcement efforts and growing legitimate usage are helping curb criminal activity. The post Crypto Criminals Traded Over $649 Billion in Stablecoins Last Year appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2025-4-29 19:05 | |
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Inactive crypto exchanges face deregistration, Australia’s watchdog warns
Australia’s financial intelligence agency is cracking down on inactive crypto exchanges, warning they could be deregistered to prevent misuse by criminals. The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre — also known as AUSTRAC — said many crypto exchange providers are… дальше »
2025-4-29 10:35 | |
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Democrats blast DOJ for giving ‘free pass’ to crypto criminals with NCET shutdown
Democratic lawmakers have slammed the Department of Justice’s move to dismantle the National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team, calling the decision “nonsensical” and a gift to bad actors. United States Senator Elizabeth Warren, along with six other Senate Democrats, sent a strongly… дальше »
2025-4-11 12:06 | |
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Crypto criminal transactions crossed $40b in 2024: Chainalysis
Illicit crypto transactions in 2024 will likely surpass 2023’s record, while criminals pivoted from Bitcoin to stablecoin for laundering stolen wealth. дальше »
2025-2-28 22:06 | |
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Microsoft to crackdown on generative AI misuse by criminals
Microsoft has filed a lawsuit aimed at disrupting cybercriminal operations that abuse generative AI technologies, according to a Jan. 10 announcement. The legal action, unsealed in the Eastern District of Virginia, targets a foreign-based threat group accused of bypassing safety measures in AI services to produce harmful and illicit content. дальше »
2025-1-11 02:00 | |
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Russian trio charged in crypto mixer money laundering case
The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted three Russian nationals for operating sanctioned crypto mixers allegedly tapped by North Korean criminals. дальше »
2025-1-11 00:24 | |
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US Authorities Charge Five Criminals in $11 Million Crypto Phishing Scheme
Five hackers exploited SMS phishing to steal $11 million in crypto, bypassing corporate defenses and personal wallets in a chilling cyber heist. The post US Authorities Charge Five Criminals in $11 Million Crypto Phishing Scheme appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2024-11-21 19:28 | |
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Crypto scam: Vietnamese police arrest 5 in crypto fraud ring
Vietnamese police have dismantled an international crypto fraud network, arresting multiple suspects for swindling billions of VND from Vietnamese citizens. The operation, led by criminals working from the Laos’ Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone, involved scams enticing victims into fake… дальше »
2024-10-4 17:05 | |
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Cash, not crypto remains criminal’s preferred tool for illicit finance, study says
Despite widespread misconceptions, cash remains the dominant tool for illicit finance, while blockchain offers greater transparency and traceability, a new study reveals. Cash remains the preferred tool for criminals engaging in illicit finance, despite the popular perception that cryptocurrencies dominate… дальше »
2024-10-3 13:53 | |
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Criminals Continue to Prefer Cash in 2024, Not Crypto
A new report shows that cash is still the preferred tool for crime, while blockchain technology can aid law enforcement efforts. The post Criminals Continue to Prefer Cash in 2024, Not Crypto appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2024-10-3 07:43 | |
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Fake Ukrainian cops extort $250,000 in Tether from online entrepreneur
In a brazen scam, Ukrainian criminals posing as police officers have extorted $250,000 in Tether (USDT) from a businessman by fabricating criminal charges. According to a press release from the National Police of Ukraine dated September 2, the scam unfolded in May when a 20-year-old online entrepreneur reported being targeted by individuals pretending to be […] дальше »
2024-9-3 18:49 | |
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Ukrainian scam: Fake police officers demand $250K in stablecoin
Ukrainian fraudsters posing as police officers have extorted $250,000 in USDT from a businessman through a scam involving fabricated criminal charges. Criminals impersonating police officers extorted $250,000 in stablecoin from a Ukrainian in a scam that involved threats of fabricated… дальше »
2024-9-2 17:40 | |
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August crypto hacks cross $313 mln: Worrying rise in pig butchering scams
The crypto market lost $313 million in August through scams and hacks. Pig butchering scams remain the largest and most lucrative for criminals in 2024. According to blockchain security The post August crypto hacks cross $313 mln: Worrying rise in pig butchering scams appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2024-9-2 10:00 | |
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Crypto Scammers Ditch ‘Elaborate’ Schemes In Favor Of Short-Term Scams – Report
A recent Chainalysis report revealed that crypto scammers have updated their scheme tactics on- and off-chain in 2024. Criminals have leaned toward short-term, more lucrative scrams targeting smaller entities and specific individuals, significantly reducing scams’ average lifespan by over 50% since 2023. дальше »
2024-8-30 03:30 | |
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Harris Calls Bitcoin ‘Money for Criminals,’ Trump Embraces Crypto – Buy Now Before the Presidential Election
Kamala Harris has labeled Bitcoin as a tool for illicit activities, while Donald Trump has shown strong support for cryptocurrencies. In the lead-up to the presidential election, the contrasting views of these political figures have sparked heated debates. дальше »
2024-7-29 11:18 | |
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Kamala Harris allegedly calls Bitcoin ‘money for criminals’
Harris' alleged anti-Bitcoin stance could deepen the rift between the Democratic Party and the crypto community, impacting future regulatory policies. The post Kamala Harris allegedly calls Bitcoin ‘money for criminals’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-7-27 10:37 | |
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OCCRP investigation reveals surge in crypto ATM usage among scammers, criminals
Crypto ATMs, designed to facilitate converting cash to cryptocurrencies, are increasingly being exploited by scammers, according to a recent investigation by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) and the Miami Herald. дальше »
2024-7-16 22:49 | |
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Kidnappers arrested after demanding a $660,000 USDT ransom
Two Hong Kong kidnappers demanded a stablecoin ransom before getting arrested, highlighting concerns over crypto-related crimes and safety. The interesting and jarring kidnapping took place in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, and saw criminals demanding a cryptocurrency ransom for a… дальше »
2024-7-5 19:37 | |
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FinCEN says illicit use of crypto by criminals creates new ‘opportunities’ for detection
The US Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued a stark warning to US financial firms, warning them about the increasing use of crypto by Mexican drug cartels to purchase chemicals used to manufacture fentanyl. дальше »
2024-6-24 02:46 | |
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AI used for crypto crimes on the rise, Elliptic warns
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used to commit crimes in the crypto asset ecosystem, according to a new report from Elliptic. AI-crypto crimes The report noted that criminals increasingly relied on Generative AI to create deepfakes and other deceptive materials to promote crypto scams. дальше »
2024-6-8 18:33 | |
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Crypto criminals allegedly socially engineer multiple celebrity X accounts
Celebrities' X accounts were used by crypto criminals to promote tokens, allegedly through social engineering. дальше »
2024-5-27 10:45 | |
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Crypto Crackdown In South Korea: New Unit To Hunt Down Criminals
South Korea, a nation long enamored with cryptocurrency, is tightening its belt on the digital asset frontier. Faced with a surge in crypto-related crimes, the country is bolstering law enforcement and implementing its first-ever comprehensive crypto regulation, set to take effect in July 2024. дальше »
2024-4-29 11:55 | |
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UK law enforcement given new powers to seize, destroy digital assets linked to criminals
The UK government enacted new laws on April 26 that grant the National Crime Agency (NCA) and police enhanced powers to seize, freeze, and destroy digital assets linked to criminal activities. The new measures aim to disrupt the financial networks of organized crime groups that increasingly exploit cryptocurrencies to launder money . дальше »
2024-4-27 02:16 | |
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British law agency gains enhanced crypto seizure powers
The UK government has enacted enhanced powers for the National Crime Agency and police to seize and freeze crypto used by criminals. The British National Crime Agency (NCA) will no longer be required to make an arrest before seizing crypto… дальше »
2024-4-26 12:40 | |
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KYC, Bitcoin, and the failed hopes of AML policies: Preserving individual freedom
KYC from €0 does not help catch criminals, but it does compromise personal freedom, bringing the surveillance state one step closer. Switzerland’s approach can serve as a model to prevent this dystopia from happening. дальше »
2024-3-19 20:05 | |
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