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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 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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Hackers like Lazarus continue to use Tornado Cash despite US sanctions
Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic revealed that the North Korea-backed hacker group Lazarus is once again using sanctioned crypto mixer Tornado Cash to obfuscate its transactions. Last year, the group ceased using the crypto mixer after US government sanctions, which were imposed due to allegations of aiding criminals in laundering illegally obtained digital assets. дальше »
2024-3-15 21:43 | |
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Man Who Laundered Billions in Bitcoins Says Bitcoin Fog Was a Help: Bloomberg
Ilya Lichtenstein, one of the crypto industry's most high-stakes criminals, is now helping federal prosecutors in their case against Bitcoin Fog, one of the mixing services he said he'd used to conceal assets. дальше »
2024-2-29 02:12 | |
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Nigeria Says This Exchange Enables Currency Manipulation by Criminals
Nigerian officials target Binance amid a broader clean-up of the country's forex markets. The post Nigeria Says This Exchange Enables Currency Manipulation by Criminals appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2024-2-23 19:30 | |
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'All in Bitcoin' - Here's what this exec's vision of the future is
Tim Draper says cash is preferred by criminals, when compared to Bitcoins Draper envisions widespread Bitcoin adoption for everyday transactions, potentially transforming global finance DuriThe post 'All in Bitcoin' - Here's what this exec's vision of the future is appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2024-2-21 18:30 | |
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Elizabeth Warren Pivots on Bitcoin, Honors Nakamoto With Flag Over Capitol
After years of vilifying Bitcoin as money for criminals, terrorists, and climate change deniers, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) honored Satoshi Nakamoto for the 15th anniversary of the network’s launch with a commemorative flag flown over the United States Capitol, unveiled by NYC's PubKey. дальше »
2024-2-16 17:30 | |
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2023 Security Woes: Web3 Loses $1.8B to Criminals, but Are Lessons Being Learned?
Web3 security firm CertiK reported $1. 8 billion lost to security incidents in 2023, a 51% decrease from 2022. The most common incidents were private key compromises and exit scams. The post 2023 Security Woes: Web3 Loses $1. дальше »
2024-1-4 15:45 | |
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Crypto Exchange Founder Pleads Guilty To Operating ‘Safe Haven’ For Criminals
Delve into the downfall of Bitzlato as Legkodymov, its founder, confronts the consequences of profiting from criminal activities. The post Crypto Exchange Founder Pleads Guilty To Operating ‘Safe Haven’ For Criminals appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-12-11 00:18 | |
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Crypto Misfortune: European Central Bank Chief’s Son Hit By 60% Investment Loss
According to a Reuters report, European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde revealed that her son experienced substantial losses in his crypto investments, disregarding numerous warnings. Lagarde, a vocal critic of cryptocurrencies, has expressed concerns about their speculative nature, lack of intrinsic value, and potential misuse by criminals for illicit activities. ECB Chief Urges Need […] дальше »
2023-11-25 02:00 | |
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From 'Bitcoin for criminals' to ‘flight to quality’ - SEC's changing stance
Galaxy's Alex Thorn underlined that Bitcoin ETFs' $14 million prediction was a “conservative estimate. ” In contrast, J. P. Morgan cautioned against too much optimism around the crypto rally. дальше »
2023-11-14 13:30 | |
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How Cross-Chain Bridges Facilitate Dirty Money For Crypto Criminals
Cross-chain bridges have emerged as a pivotal battleground in the ever-evolving war against crypto asset laundering, according to a recent report by crypto analytics firm Elliptic. In a dramatic shift, the study reveals that the value of illicit crypto assets laundered through cross-chain bridges has skyrocketed in recent months, overshadowing the conventional use of mixing […] дальше »
2023-9-21 22:00 | |
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Criminals Are Deterred From Using Cryptocurrency for Illicit Transactions: Europol
Europol's report reveals that criminals are deterred from using cryptocurrencies for money laundering due to successful law enforcement seizures, with illicit crypto use representing less than 1% of overall transactions. дальше »
2023-9-12 14:45 | |
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Tornado Cash creators deny laundering $1b for North Korea hackers
Tornado Cash co-founders Roman Storm, Roman Semenov, and Alexey Pertsev are accused of helping criminals launder millions of dollars worth of stolen crypto дальше »
2023-9-7 00:35 | |
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Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Argues for Blockchain 'Privacy Pools' to Weed Out Criminals
The paper argues for “privacy pools,” a blockchain tech feature that would enhance the privacy of user’s transactions while also distinguishing criminal activity from innocent funds. дальше »
2023-9-6 19:26 | |
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Crypto’s Newest Threat: Android Devices At Risk As US And UK Intel Agencies Raise Alarm
The crypto space, long viewed as particularly vulnerable to cyber criminals due to its nascent stage, faces fresh malware threats. A recent joint report from top intelligence agencies in the United States and the United Kingdom underscores this ongoing cyber tug-of-war. дальше »
2023-9-2 00:00 | |
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UK may ban crypto investment cold calls
The UK government has proposed banning unsolicited cold calls for all consumer financial products and services, including cryptocurrencies. HM Treasury released a consultation document this week. The ban aims to protect consumers from investment fraud, which has surged as criminals… дальше »
2023-8-25 19:36 | |
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On-chain tool to seize crypto is a purist’s nightmare but a must, says CEO
A United States federal court recently used on-chain tech to lock criminals out of their crypto on the Jurat Network. Founder Mike Kanovitz admits the technology could see hate from crypto purists. дальше »
2023-8-21 06:40 | |
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NFT thefts decline as FBI exposes new developer impersonation scams
The U. S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) warned that criminals were posing as Non-Fungible Token (NFT) developers in financial fraud schemes despite the declining number of NFT crimes and token thefts. дальше »
2023-8-9 13:10 | |
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FBI Issues Warning About Criminals Impersonating NFT Developers
FBI warns of NFT scams as criminals impersonate developers. Tips to protect yourself from phishing schemes targeting crypto wallets and NFTs. Stay cautious! The post FBI Issues Warning About Criminals Impersonating NFT Developers appeared first on NFT News Today. дальше »
2023-8-7 05:21 | |
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FBI Issues Warning About Criminals Impersonating NFT Develop
FBI warns of NFT scams as criminals impersonate developers. Tips to protect yourself from phishing schemes targeting crypto wallets and NFTs. Stay cautious! The post FBI Issues Warning About Criminals Impersonating NFT Develop appeared first on NFT News Today. дальше »
2023-8-7 05:21 | |
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Crypto Crimes Fall 65% In 2023, But Ransomware Attacks Increase; Chainalysis Report
The crypto industry is known for being subject to prey from various criminals, but new data suggests that the pattern may be shifting in a positive direction. Crypto criminals seem to have been taking it a bit easy so far this year. дальше »
2023-7-13 22:00 | |
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