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Hawk Tuah Investors Sue Meme Coin Promoters, Allege Securities Violations
Hawk Tuah investors pursue legal action over securities fraud, exposing vulnerabilities in the meme coin market and hype-driven scams. The post Hawk Tuah Investors Sue Meme Coin Promoters, Allege Securities Violations appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2024-12-20 20:45 | |
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Nigeria crypto and romance scams: 792 suspects arrested by authorities
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Nigeria has dismantled an elaborate international fraud operation, arresting 792 suspects allegedly involved in crypto investment and romance scams. дальше »
2024-12-18 09:19 | |
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Nigeria arrests 792 people involved in crypto romance scams
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in Nigeria arrested 792 individuals allegedly involved in crypto investment and romance scams. The suspects, including 148 Chinese nationals, 40 Filipinos, and others from various countries, were apprehended on December 10, 2024, during a… дальше »
2024-12-17 20:15 | |
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Crypto user loses $7.8 million in SolvBTC as phishing scams surge on social media
A phishing attack resulted in a crypto user losing $7. 8 million worth of SolvBTC, a wrapped Bitcoin product created by Solv Protocol. On Dec. 11, blockchain security firm Scam Sniffer highlighted the incident and shed further light on the evolving sophistication of such scams. дальше »
2024-12-12 16:25 | |
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Scam Sniffer: Crypto fakes on X nearly doubled, reaching over 300 accounts daily
Bad actors keep ramping up crypto scams, with impersonation accounts surging to over 300 a day, according to blockchain analysts. Crypto scams on X are once again rising fast, with major accounts hijacked to promote fake tokens. Victims have already… дальше »
2024-12-10 14:31 | |
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Over $9m lost in November phishing scams affecting 9.2k victims, data shows
November’s phishing scams led to a staggering $9. 38 million in losses, impacting over 9,200 victims, with one individual losing $661,000 in stETH within minutes. Phishing scams in November cost crypto users $9. дальше »
2024-12-3 11:53 | |
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How Taiwan’s updated crypto regulations protect investors from scams
Taiwan is intensifying its regulatory efforts to address crypto fraud and safeguard investor interests with a series of strict anti-money laundering (AML) measures. The Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) has advanced the implementation date for these new rules to November 30, 2024, amid growing concerns over illegal activities such as fraud and money laundering. The move […] дальше »
2024-11-29 18:31 | |
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US, China, and UK lead in scam and dead crypto project launches: report
Between January 2022 and October 2024, most dead crypto projects were launched in the United States, while American founders were behind 43% of all crypto projects that turned out to be scams. According to a study by 5Money and Storible,… дальше »
2024-11-29 11:55 | |
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From Fortnite Prodigy To Crypto Scammer: The Fall Of Serpent
An investigation by Zachxbt has uncovered the disturbing evolution of Serpent (SerpentAU), a former pro Fortnite player turned crypto scammer. Once celebrated as a gaming talent in Australia, Serpent’s descent into fraud highlights a troubling shift from esports fame to orchestrating meme coin scams and gambling away stolen funds. Serpent’s […] дальше »
2024-11-29 19:52 | |
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Illicit crypto inflows from Japanese exchanges plummet in 2024, Chainalysis reveals
Japan witnessed a significant decline in crypto-related scams during the first half of 2024, according to data from Chainalysis. Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC) inflows to clusters identified as scams dropped by 69% and nearly 50%, respectively, compared to the same period in 2023. дальше »
2024-11-22 13:12 | |
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Chainalysis: ETH scams linked to Japanese crypto exchanges drop 69% in H1 2024
Illicit crypto inflows from Japanese exchanges have dropped in 2024, with ETH scams recording a 69% decline, data shows. Crypto fraud and scam activity linked to Japanese crypto exchanges dropped significantly in the first half of 2024, according to data… дальше »
2024-11-22 12:09 | |
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Phishing scams exploit Japan’s digital currencies as fraud cases rise: report
Digital currencies issued by local governments in Japan are increasingly being exploited by phishing scams, with fraudsters taking advantage of reward programs. A series of fraud cases has exposed vulnerabilities in digital currencies issued by Japanese municipalities, prompting calls for… дальше »
2024-11-21 15:44 | |
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Irish authorities seize $3.4m in crypto linked to Chinese ‘pig butchering’ scams
Irish authorities have seized over $3.42 million worth of cryptocurrency, believed to be the proceeds of “pig butchering” scams committed by a Chinese syndicate. According to a report from the Irish Independent citing an unnamed source, an investigation led by… дальше »
2024-11-15 14:39 | |
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US and Canadian banks face tenfold rise in digital scams, new report reveals
Digital scams have surged tenfold this year in the US and Canada as fraudsters increasingly leverage social engineering to deceive customers, according to cybersecurity firm BioCatch. This rise highlights the shift in criminal tactics that exploit human behavior rather than bypassing technology, posing significant challenges for financial institutions. дальше »
2024-11-13 18:23 | |
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Chinese national admits to laundering crypto scam loot via US companies
A Chinese national has pleaded guilty to laundering $73 million linked to crypto scams through multiple shell companies in the United States. According to a Nov. 12 announcement from the Department of Justice, the accused Daren Li, a dual citizen… дальше »
2024-11-13 14:44 | |
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BlockDAG Amongst 2024’s Nine Hottest Telegram Tap Games to Start Earning Real Money Now
With an overwhelming number of tap clickers emerging on Telegram, it’s important to sift through the noise as many turn out to be scams. Despite the disappointment caused by some high-profile project failures like Hamster, there are still tap clickers out there that not only promise but also deliver real profit opportunities. These projects, set […] дальше »
2024-11-9 19:41 | |
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Coinbase CISO: Social engineering scams top threat to crypto users
According to Jeff Lunglhofer, Coinbase’s chief information security officer, social engineering scams are currently the biggest threat to crypto users and holders. Lunglhofer spoke to crypto.news in an interview about the rise of such scams, which are a threat to… дальше »
2024-11-7 22:04 | |
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Wiz Khalifa's hacked X account promotes fraudulent $WIZ memecoin
Hackers hijacked Wiz Khalifa’s X account to promote the $WIZ memecoin Celebrity-themed memecoins often lead to scams as hackers exploit high-profile accounts In a surprising twist, rapper The post Wiz Khalifa's hacked X account promotes fraudulent $WIZ memecoin appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2024-11-5 06:00 | |
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ZachXBT exposes ‘Zopp0’s’ crypto scams with influencer support in market manipulation
In new findings by blockchain analyst ZachXBT, the crypto community faces a new wave of market manipulation schemes allegedly orchestrated by a figure named “Zopp0.” The report reveals how Zopp0, behind projects like SCALE, NTD, TPU, and OPSEC, exploited the influence of high-profile social media personalities to promote unverified projects, masking the lack of technical […] дальше »
2024-11-4 11:37 | |
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October sees 20 crypto hacks with $88.4 million in losses, reports PeckShield
October saw continued challenges in the cryptocurrency sector, with hacker attacks and phishing scams resulting in $181 million in losses, according to a recent report by blockchain analytics firm PeckShield. дальше »
2024-11-3 13:45 | |
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Seized Alameda Funds On The Move: US Gov’t Shifts Additional Crypto Assets
The US government has swapped its ANT tokens for more liquid Ethereum ahead of a planned crypto phaseout. Related Reading: Did YouTuber MrBeast Make $23 Million From Crypto Scams? Shocking Allegations Emerge The government-controlled crypto wallet that holds nearly $974,000 worth of digital assets has, for the first time in almost 24 months, been activated, […] дальше »
2024-11-2 19:30 | |
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October Crypto Losses Drop, But Total Hacks Still Top $1.4 Billion This Year
According to the latest report from blockchain security firm Immunefi, the cryptocurrency sector will face persistent challenges with hacks and scams in 2024. The report highlights that although exploit losses have decreased monthly, the industry has seen more than $1. дальше »
2024-11-1 09:30 | |
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Did YouTuber MrBeast Make $23 Million From Crypto Scams? Shocking Allegations Emerge
A YouTube sensation is currently under fire after several on-chain investigators found traces of information that linked the social media influencer to dubious cryptocurrency promotions. These recent allegations against the content creator, MrBeast, again opened the debate on whether influencers should be held accountable when promoting crypto. дальше »
2024-11-1 02:00 | |
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Crypto firms among top targets of audio and video deepfake attacks
Crypto companies are among the most affected by audio and video deepfake frauds in 2024, with more than half reporting incidents in a recent survey. According to the survey conducted by forensic services firm Regula, 57% of crypto companies reported being victims of audio fraud, while 53% of the respondents fell for fake video scams. дальше »
2024-11-1 22:37 | |
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YouTuber MrBeast allegedly netted $23m from crypto scams
MrBeast and members of his YouTube influencer circle allegedly profited millions of dollars from questionable crypto deals, according to a group of on-chain investigators. With 320 million YouTube subscribers, James Stephen “Jimmy” Donaldson, also known as MrBeast, is one of… дальше »
2024-10-30 19:11 | |
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Warning! Most Cloud Mining Platforms Are Scams
'Cloud mining' schemes are among the most prevalent forms of crypto fraud. While there may be legitimate platforms, Brave New Coin's research over several years has not identified any cloud mining operations that weren't fraudulent. дальше »
2024-10-30 08:55 | |
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Making investments easy and accessible with CoinDepo
Making money on the crypto market is still not as easy as it looks, rug pulls and scams are quite common in the space and any user who is new to the space may fall victim to these. Another major problThe post Making investments easy and accessible with CoinDepo appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2024-10-28 16:45 | |
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Memecoin risks: Investor loses $500k in Solana's ANT token in under an hour
A trader lost $454,000 in an hour due to a poorly timed memecoin investment. Centralization on Solana raises concerns about memecoins and scams, according to Edward Snowden. In 2024, the surThe post Memecoin risks: Investor loses $500k in Solana's ANT token in under an hour appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2024-10-26 08:30 | |
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Bitget tightens token listing criteria to avoid exit scams
Bitget is implementing new guidelines by introducing mandatory legal reviews, stricter tokenomics analysis, and comprehensive background checks. According to a Bitget press release shared with crypto. дальше »
2024-10-10 16:32 | |
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Binance CEO responds to launchpool accusations, discusses crypto scams
During a recent AMA, Binance CEO Richard Teng addressed accusations of misusing Launchpool funds, discussed the HBO documentary on Bitcoin’s creator, and outlined the company’s efforts against crypto scams. дальше »
2024-10-9 18:54 | |
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Crypto scam: Coinbase warns Gen Z about growing online threats
Coinbase is raising awareness about the rise of online scams targeting younger users, particularly Gen Z. In a blog post published on Oct. 8, Coinbase outlined four online threats Gen Z should be aware of, including social media fraud, romance… дальше »
2024-10-9 22:11 | |
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Crypto Influencer Ansem Called Out By ZachXBT For Scam Tactics
On-chain investigator ZachXBT has accused well-known influencer Ansem of operating pump-and-dump memecoin scams in the most recent crypto contrroversy. The conflict started after prominent cryptocurrency personality Murad Mahmudov’s statement spurred discussion over the emergence of meme coins in the current market cycle. дальше »
2024-10-7 21:30 | |
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Industry Responds To Billionaire Mark Cuban Calling Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Meme Coins ‘Rug Pulls In The Works’
Billionaire investor and tech entrepreneur Mark Cuban has sparked ire from the meme coin community with his recent remark, labeling all meme coins as potential exit scams with no real-world utility. дальше »
2024-10-6 15:13 | |
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Crypto Hacks Hit $735 Million, Total Value Lost Rises 9.5% In Q3 – Report
Blockchain security firm CertiK shared its Q3 reports, revealing that crypto hacks’ total value stolen increased by nearly 10% last quarter while phishing scams and private key compromises accounted for 91% of the total losses. дальше »
2024-10-4 18:00 | |
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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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Phishing scams plague crypto with $46M loss in September, $126M in Q3
Phishing attacks continue to cause significant losses for crypto users, with over 10,000 victims losing over $46 million to these scams in September, according to Scam Sniffer, a Web3 anti-scam platform. дальше »
2024-10-4 15:18 | |
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Crypto phishing losses drop to $43m in September: Scam Sniffer
Funds lost to cryptocurrency phishing scams dropped in September, with roughly $46 million lost by 10,805 victims. Data from Scam Sniffer show that crypto funds lost to phishing attacks in September saw a notable drop from the previous month, although… дальше »
2024-10-4 13:36 | |
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