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FBI investigates crypto romance scammers that swindled $5m
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is investigating crypto scammers who posed as romantic interests to defraud victims of nearly $5 million through dubious investment schemes. Federal prosecutors in North Carolina are looking to seize over $4.99 million recovered from unhosted… дальше »
2024-11-19 12:59 | |
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Binance under fire for allegedly listing pump-and-dump memecoin schemes
Crypto community members have raised concerns over Binance’s listings of Solana-based memecoins—The AI Prophecy (ACT) and Peanut the Squirrel (PNUT)—alleging a possible pump-and-dump scheme. дальше »
2024-11-12 17:50 | |
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Binance Research warns memecoins risk frenzy over fundamental innovation
A new report from Binance Research has raised red flags over the high risks in the memecoin market, revealing that 97% of these tokens have either failed or become inactive shortly after launch. The report also exposes widespread manipulation, where coordinated groups orchestrate pump-and-dump schemes that leave everyday investors bearing the brunt of losses. дальше »
2024-11-5 02:00 | |
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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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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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From $3K to $9M: Analyzing the wild ride of Solana's GNON crypto
A trader turned millionaire through the Solana-based GNON memecoin. Edward Snowden criticized Solana as a hub for memecoins and fraudulent schemes. In a surprising development, a cryptocurreThe post From $3K to $9M: Analyzing the wild ride of Solana's GNON crypto appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2024-10-21 16:00 | |
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Crypto founders should ‘mimic’ key aspects of memecoins, VanEck’s Kanade says
VanEck Digital Assets Alpha Fund portfolio manager Pranav Kanade advises crypto teams to prioritize alignment over pursuing quick-profit schemes. Memecoins can serve as a foundation for a better web3 ecosystem as VanEck Digital Assets Alpha Fund portfolio manager Pranav Kanade… дальше »
2024-10-9 12:30 | |
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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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CoinGecko warns of scammers promoting fake GECKO airdrops
Crypto price aggregator website CoinGecko says bad actors are flooding social media with fake GECKO token airdrops. Crypto data aggregator CoinGecko warned about fake airdrop scams, urging users to exercise caution as fraudulent schemes targeting its community gain traction. In… дальше »
2024-8-21 11:07 | |
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Blockchain sleuth ZachXBT unveils North Korea’s secret crypto empire
ZachXBT uncovered a North Korean crypto network with $300K-$500K monthly earnings. Investigation revealed complex laundering schemes and connections to OFAC-sanctioned individuals. In a receThe post Blockchain sleuth ZachXBT unveils North Korea’s secret crypto empire appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2024-8-16 18:30 | |
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Crypto scam tracker launched in Wisconsin amid rising criminal activity
The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions has launched a scam tracker to protect investors from crypto and investment fraud. This tracker aims to help Wisconsinites in identifying and avoiding fraudulent schemes, including crypto scams, by providing detailed descriptions of deceptive… дальше »
2024-7-31 16:32 | |
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BlackRock warns of fraudulent schemes using its name
Asset management giant BlackRock has warned users of a surge in investment scams targeting its customer base for its spot Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded funds product. In a July 29 X post, the New York-based asset manager advised users to… дальше »
2024-7-29 13:21 | |
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What happened to the Chinese authorities’ 190k Bitcoins?
Chinese journalist Colin Wu released an investigation into PlusToken, one of the largest cryptocurrency Ponzi schemes in history. According to the journalist, the Chinese authorities have confiscated a large number of digital assets. The PlusToken team, led by a middle… дальше »
2024-7-15 18:28 | |
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Ronaldinho shills Solana-based meme coin on Instagram
Celebrity endorsements in crypto can significantly impact token prices but also raise concerns about potential pump-and-dump schemes and credibility issues. The post Ronaldinho shills Solana-based meme coin on Instagram appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-7-10 07:11 | |
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What’s the difference between Shamir, TSS, MPC, Multisig, and VSS in crypto custody?
Digital asset security is paramount in crypto, and several cryptographic methods are available to ensure the safety of digital assets, each with unique benefits and applications. This article focuses on explaining Shamir’s Secret Sharing (SSS), Threshold Signature Schemes (TSS), Multi-Party Computation (MPC), Multi-Signature (Multisig), and Verifiable Secret Sharing (VSS) as they pertain to crypto wallets […] The post What’s the difference between Shamir, TSS, MPC, Multisig, and VSS in crypto custody? appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2024-6-16 22:20 | |
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NYAG Sues 2 Crypto Pyramid Schemes, Promoters Targeting Haitian-Americans in $1B Scam
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed suit against two purported crypto companies and their top promoters, a married couple, for allegedly operating two consecutive pyramid schemes that predominantly targeted Haitian immigrants to the U.S. дальше »
2024-6-7 23:37 | |
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Consensus 2024, CZ begins jail time, crypto scams abound | Weekly Recap
Today’s edition of the weekly recap: Industry leaders discuss crypto and U.S. regulations at Consensus 2024; Binance founder Changpeng Zhao begins his jail term; fraud schemes and rug pulls rock the industry; plus: a slew of venture capital activity. дальше »
2024-6-3 19:57 | |
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Swipe Right For Scams? Canadian Authorities Warn Of Rising Crypto Frauds On Dating Apps
As summer heats up, so does the activity of crypto scammers on Canadian dating apps and websites. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) has reported a troubling rise in romance and investment scams, also known as ‘pig butchering’ targeting individuals on dating platforms, involving sophisticated schemes that leverage cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2024-5-30 03:00 | |
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Crypto exchanges launch anti-scam coalition in partnership with tech giants
Coinbase has formed a coalition with industry giants from across the tech sector to combine resources and expertise to tackle the growing issue of online fraud and financial schemes. The “Tech Against Scams” coalition includes industry giants like Match Group, Meta, Kraken, Ripple, Gemini, and the Global Anti-Scam Organization (GASO). дальше »
2024-5-23 00:45 | |
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The Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme Paradox
Detractors claim Bitcoin to be a Ponzi scheme. A history of such schemes shows this to be untrue. Yet, paradoxically, Bitcoin is being used to perpetuate the largest Ponzi scheme in history. The second report in the "FUD Fighters" series powered by HIVE Digital Technologies LTD. дальше »
2024-5-19 00:12 | |
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UK Crypto Advice Firm Shut Down After
The UK government’s Insolvency Service has shut down a crypto advisory firm for accounting negligence and the loss of investors’ money. The firm seemingly claimed to help users with investments while promoting crypto schemes that resulted in millions lost. дальше »
2024-5-15 06:00 | |
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NFT Trader loses $145k worth of BAYC to phishing attack
An NFT trader recently lost over $145,000 worth of Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) collectibles to a phishing attack amid the growing rate of scam schemes that have plagued the cryptocurrencyo scene. On-chain security platform PeckShield brought attention to the… дальше »
2024-5-9 12:21 | |
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Chainalysis: Ransomware payments down 50% in 2023
Blockchain forensics firm Chainalysis says ransomware attacks involving payments decreased by 46% in 2023. As the ransomware market becomes increasingly saturated with new schemes due to lower barriers-to-entry, executing profitable attacks involving crypto payments has become a challenging thing, according… дальше »
2024-5-6 15:01 | |
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Trader loses over $674K to phishing scam
An unidentified market participant unfortunately fell victim to a phishing scam, leading to a significant loss of over $674,000 in USDC amid the escalating prevalence of these deceptive schemes. Blockchain security platform PeckShield identified the incident in a recent post… дальше »
2024-3-7 12:52 | |
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Russian Central Bank: nearly half of all financial scams in Russia last year involved crypto
The Central Bank of Russia has disclosed that nearly half of the financial fraud schemes within the country in the previous year leveraged cryptocurrency and foreign currencies for payments. Notably, the central bank made this disclosure in a report detailing… дальше »
2024-2-14 12:36 | |
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This Crypto Exchange CEO Just Got Served a 7-Year Prison Sentence
Allegations against Bitsonic's CEO include disguising the exchange's operations while profiting from users and manipulating token prices, while the CTO faces charges for interfering with trading operations to benefit the CEO's schemes. дальше »
2024-2-7 10:30 | |
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FTX Fraud: Mercedes F1 Team And Major League Baseball Indicted In New Lawsuit
In addition to a long list of court filings, FTX investors have filed a new lawsuit against the Mercedes F1 team and Major League Baseball, accusing them of aiding the exchange’s fraud schemes by promoting the exchange’s brand and logo. дальше »
2023-11-29 23:00 | |
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Crypto phishing kit Inferno Drainer shuts down after enabling over $80M in scams
Inferno Drainer, a crypto wallet-draining kit known for its widespread involvement in cryptocurrency scams, announced on Nov. 27 that it is shutting down its operations. The kit has been responsible for phishing schemes that resulted in the theft of over $80 million in cryptocurrencies, with thousands of victims. дальше »
2023-11-28 20:45 | |
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The Demise Of Inferno Drainer: Accomplice In $70 Million Fraud Uncovered
Thefts involving cryptocurrencies are frequent on decentralized finance (DeFi) systems and NFT initiatives. An investigation into a recent instance revealed that Inferno Drainer, a full-fledged scam service provider, assisted multi-chain schemes in exchange for a share of the stolen assets. дальше »
2023-11-27 11:40 | |
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Texas, Alabama securities regulators allege fraud against GS Partners in multiple crypto schemes
Securities regulators in Texas and Alabama have accused a group of companies tied to a metaverse real estate project of fraudulently raising millions from investors. The Texas State Securities Board last week issued an emergency cease and desist order against GS Partners, Swiss Valorem Bank, and several related entities controlled by Josip Heit. дальше »
2023-11-17 00:55 | |
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California, Texas Among States Accusing GS Partners of Misleading Crypto Investors
Multiple U.S. states have ordered GS Partners to halt operations, accusing the company of defrauding investors in a number of crypto schemes, including tokenized pieces of a Dubai skyscraper and stakes of metaverse property. дальше »
2023-11-17 00:50 | |
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Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse warns of deepfake scams targeting the XRP community
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, expressed concern over the surge in deepfake videos impersonating him to promote fraudulent schemes and false giveaways. In a Nov. 13 post on social media platform X, Garlinghouse pointed out an “uptick in deepfake scam videos overlaying new words with old video footage from Ripple’s events” on YouTube. дальше »
2023-11-14 16:40 | |
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Countdown to Chaos: Ethereum Insider To Expose ETH Founders’ Fraud In Weeks
Ethereum insider, Steven Nerayoff has vowed to expose alleged fraud schemes which he claims are operating within the Ethereum network. As a result, the crypto community is keeping a close watch and Neyaroff has promised to reveal proof of his accusations in the coming weeks. дальше »
2023-11-10 01:00 | |
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CFTC paid almost $16m to crypto whistleblowers in 2023
In 2023, the majority of CFTC’s whistleblower awards involved crypto fraud schemes, said Christy Goldsmith Romero, a commissioner of the regulator. As the crypto market remains the top spot for malicious actors and hackers, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission… дальше »
2023-11-1 13:20 | |
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Crypto industry observing unprecedented fraud scenarios
According to a recent Sumsub report, 2023 has been marked by increasing professionalization in fraud tactics, with 77% of crypto companies reportedly observing new patterns and schemes. дальше »
2023-10-30 01:40 | |
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Binance CEO Accused Of Fraudulent Practices In Brazilian Crypto Scam Probe
In a recent development, a Brazilian congressional committee has recommended the indictment of Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao and three other Binance executives following an extensive investigation into financial pyramid schemes in Brazil. дальше »
2023-10-12 04:00 | |
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Binance CEO and executives face possible indictment in Brazil
The CEO of Binance and three local executives are facing the risk of indictment in Brazil for alleged financial crimes. A congressional committee that investigated crypto-related pyramid schemes in the country has recommended that law enforcement authorities indict Changpeng Zhao,… дальше »
2023-10-11 12:20 | |
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