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OKEx founder in talks with authorities over fraud allegations
Xu Mingxing, founder of OKEx, is under heavy scrutiny from Chinese authorities. He is reportedly in talks with police over accusations of fraud, which relate to an alleged involvement with a little-known cryptocurrency. дальше »
2018-9-11 18:40 | |
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Chinese Police Hold OKCoin CEO For ‘Investigation’ Over Alleged Fraud Links
The CEO of Chinese cryptocurrency exchanges OKcoin and OKEx is in police custody over alleged fraud, local media report September 11. Xu’s Business Gets All-Clear As multiple sources on social media claim in addition to Sina News, Star Xu is currently assisting officers in Shanghai investigate fraudulent activity on the part of WFEE coin, of which he is a shareholder. дальше »
2018-9-11 16:00 | |
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Former BTC-e Exchange CEO Might Be the Missing Link in Russian Investigation
A cryptocurrency expert and former CEO of a major cryptocurrency exchange is now awaiting extradition in Greece, as new evidence suggests that he might be the missing link connecting Russian money with the 2016 election meddling. дальше »
2018-9-5 19:00 | |
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Jailed Bitcoin Expert May Provide Insight Over Russia Election Meddling
A Russian cryptocurrency expert may be the key to unlocking a U. S. investigation over Russia’s interference with American politics. Three countries are fighting to extradite Russian crypto expert Alexander Vinnik from Greece: Russia, France, and the U. дальше »
2018-9-5 00:30 | |
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BIG Blockchain Intelligence Group to provide crypto exchange QUOINE with transaction risk-scoring
BIG Blockchain Intelligence Group Inc. (BIG), a developer and provider of blockchain and cryptocurrency search, risk-scoring and data analytics tools and investigation services, has signed a client agreement with QUOINE, a digital asset and. дальше »
2018-9-5 19:51 | |
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Three Crypto Companies Suspected of Running Fraudulent ICOs in Colorado
Colorado authorities have signed cease and desist orders for three cryptocurrency companies promoting unregistered Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) within state lines. The orders come as part of a broader investigation of allegedly fraudulent companies operating crypto-related scams as reported by the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). дальше »
2018-9-3 22:18 | |
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NASAA launches an investigation into over 200 allegedly fraudulent ICOs
The days of the pump and dump ICO may be numbered: the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) is on the warpath, taking action against potentially dodgy cryptocurrency schemes. дальше »
2018-8-29 17:29 | |
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Crypto Industry Consortium Launches Self-Policing Program
ECoinmerce, a DAO e-commerce platform, has announced the launch of the Crypto Community Watch program, in partnership with a consortium of crypto industry organizations including ICO Alert, GZH, Step VC and NewEconomies. дальше »
2018-8-21 19:07 | |
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Brains behind $2.4 Billion Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme Arrested in Delhi
The man behind the Asian branch of the $2. 4 billion cryptocurrency scam operation Bitconnect has been arrested by police officers on August 18, 2018, from the Gujarat Criminal Investigation Department at Delhi Airport on his return to India. дальше »
2018-8-21 00:00 | |
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Crypto Scam: Head of BitConnect India Arrested at Delhi Airport
Divyesh Darji, the head of BitConnect India and the alleged kingpin of a cryptocurrency scam that duped investors out of billions of dollars, was arrested on Saturday by the Gujarat Criminal Investigation Department (CID) at the Delhi airport. дальше »
2018-8-20 18:59 | |
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Arrested BitConnect kingpin is connected to yet another cryptocurrency scam
Nearly eight months after BitConnect pulled one of the most iconic exit scams in cryptocurrency history, the authorities across the globe are still catching up with the crooks behind the pyramid scheme. дальше »
2018-8-20 14:19 | |
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Was BitConnect India A Ponzi Scheme? The Police Sure Think So
BitConnect India is now at the centre of an investigation as authorities believe that the whole concept was ‘probably’ a Ponzi scheme, a scam that saw round $3 billion in investments before the ‘exchange’ closed down in January 2018. дальше »
2018-8-20 14:00 | |
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After six months of investigation: suspects nabbed for $87 million Cryptocurrency theft
Many people in some quarters are beginning to trust the police in carrying out tough investigations to conclusion. Previously, what had been common was credit card hacking and online dating scams. дальше »
2018-8-20 13:16 | |
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Three Chinese Men In Custody Over $87M Cryptocurrency Theft
Police in China has detained three men suspected of pulling the country’s biggest ever cryptocurrency heist — worth 600 million yuan ($87 million). Theft is China’s Biggest: Reports As multiple outlets report quoting local news publication Huashang News on August 19, authorities concluded an investigation spanning almost six months into three men who allegedly hacked a computer for Bitcoin and Ether. дальше »
2018-8-20 12:00 | |
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Firm Behind Japanese Cryptocurrency ‘Spindle’ to Relocate to London Amid Investigation
The Japanese cryptocurrency Spindle, known for being promoted by the Japanese popular singer, actor and talent Gakuto Oshiro (45), aka GACKT, has announced it’s withdrawing from Tokyo to relocate its headquarters in London, amidst rumors that the Tokyo Metropolitan Police is investigating unregistered sales of cryptocurrencies made by the company. дальше »
2018-8-15 16:05 | |
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USA, Russia and China to be the main targets for cryptocurrency hackers
A recent investigation conducted by Group-IB, an international firm dedicated to investigate and prevent sophisticated crimes and online fraud, revealed that the USA, Russia and China are going to be the main targets for crypto hackers. дальше »
2018-8-5 08:06 | |
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Tether [USDT] investigation – Updates by former FBI Director Louis Freeh
During an exclusive interview with Yahoo Finance, Dan Roberts [Senior Writer at Yahoo finance ] revealed facts regarding the Tether Bitcoin market manipulation scam investigation conducted by Former FBI Director, Louis Freeh. дальше »
2018-8-5 19:45 | |
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Abstractism Deny Wrongdoing As Steam Remove Illicit Miner From Gaming Platform
Just this morning we reported on a game, available via Steam that goes by the name of Abstractism. The game was designed to be a benign platform designed for procrastination and wasting time. After further investigation by YouTuber, SidAlpha, it transpires that the game actually contained an illicit cryptocurrency miner, that was abusing the processing powers of users computers to illegally mine cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2018-7-31 16:30 | |
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Poloniex Crypto Exchange Is Under Fire For Allegedly Turning Deaf Ears to Complaining Customers
Delaware-based cryptocurrency exchange platform Poloniex is currently under some pretty high-level investigation by the Department of Justice (DoJ). Interestingly, the approach by which the government agency is making its findings is rather not the conventional style. дальше »
2018-7-28 16:42 | |
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Coinbase Investigation Concludes There Was No Insider Trading Ahead of Bitcoin Cash Launch
Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in The U. S. was under the much-unwanted limelight in 2017 when there were concerns that its employees had been a part of insider trading, as the exchange added Bitcoin Cash to its list of assets. дальше »
2018-7-27 00:00 | |
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Founder Of WeExchange And BitFunder Pleads Guilty To Mass Crypto Fraud
Jon Montroll, the founder of two US based cryptocurrency trading platforms has pled guilty to allegations of security fraud that has seen Montroll deceive both investors and the authorities on multiple counts, allowing him to manipulate investigations into hacks that had taken place within his platforms. дальше »
2018-7-26 16:00 | |
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Coinbase Cleared of Insider Trading Accusations After Investigation
Many users remember Coinbase’s Bitcoin Cash debacle in December, with a bulk of the community accusing the exchange’s employees of insider trading. But according to a recent development, an investigation has found that none of the firm’s employees participated in insider trading. дальше »
2018-7-25 14:00 | |
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‘Thank God They Cleared Themselves’ – Coinbase Finds No Hint of Insider Trading
Coinbase has revealed unofficially that its internal investigation into insider trading of Bitcoin Cash found no evidence of foul play. ‘No Disciplinary Action’ In private comments to Fortune, the US’ largest cryptocurrency exchange said that as of last week, the long-awaited investigation had come to an end, but that “no disciplinary action” would occur. дальше »
2018-7-25 12:00 | |
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Japanese Official Denies Involvement in Cryptocurrency Exchange Investigations
Months after speculations surrounding the government’s role in the investigation of a Japanese cryptocurrency exchange, Seiko Noda, the country’s internal affairs minister, has denied her involvement. дальше »
2018-7-25 12:00 | |
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#FreeRoss Activities Are Gaining Steam
The trial and conviction of Ross Ulbricht for his administration of the Silk Road darknet market represented a landmark event in cryptocurrency. For many, the investigation and sentencing were a contradiction to the commonly held belief that cryptocurrency and activities involving cryptocurrency could not be regulated by the government. For others, the injustices and illegalities […] дальше »
2018-7-24 22:00 | |
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British Police Seize 295 Bitcoins from Latvian Criminal Gang Member
UK Police Seize 295 Bitcoins From Latvian Criminal Seregis Teresko A recent arrest in England was made by a local police force. It was the first in the country to search and seize a cryptocurrency exchange on the grounds of a criminal investigation. дальше »
2018-7-20 21:01 | |
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Indian Bitcoin Ponzi Kingpin Amit Bhardwaj, Offers Compensation To Victims
Amit Bhardwaj, the Ponzi scheme kingpin accused of scamming thousands by promising outlandish returns on investments in Bitcoins, has offered to pay back investors their initial investments in Indian rupees even as one of the country’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, Zebpay, has been roped in to help with the investigation. What Was Bharadwaj's Ponzi Scheme? Over […] дальше »
2018-7-20 13:06 | |
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JAPAN: The domestic affair minister Crypto-refuses to involve government intelligence involvement
Japan’s Internal affairs minister Seiko Noda has denied her involvement in a government investigation into the operation of a non-registered cryptocurrency exchange, local news outlet the Asahi Shimbun reported July 19. дальше »
2018-7-20 08:31 | |
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Congressman Calls for Cryptocurrency Investigation, Another Wants to Ban It
A Democratic congressman has called for an investigation of the cryptocurrency industry following Robert Mueller’s indictment — while another has called for a ban on cryptocurrency mining and buying altogether. дальше »
2018-7-20 03:00 | |
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Japanese Minister Denies Ties to Unregistered Crypto Exchange Under Investigation
Seiko Noda, Japan’s Minister for Internal Affairs & Communications, and Minister in charge of Women’s Empowerment, was questioned by the Japanese press on Thursday over her involvement with an unregistered cryptocurrency exchange, which was allegedly violating the Japanese fund settlement law. дальше »
2018-7-19 19:05 | |
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South Korea Blockchain Association Got Under Fire After Approving 12 out of 12 Crypto Exchanges
The biggest self-regulatory cryptocurrency body is under scrutiny of Korean industry for its investigation principles affirming 12 out of 12 digital trades screened in a recent self-administrative drive. дальше »
2018-7-13 21:41 | |
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$1.5 Billion Of BTC, ETH And LTC Has Been Illegally Gambled During The World Cup
Police in Guangdong, a city in China have allegedly arrested hundreds of individuals for their involvement in an illegal gambling ring that has seen the gambling of $1. 5 Billion in cryptocurrencies over the world cup period. дальше »
2018-7-12 15:30 | |
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Bitcoin [BTC] scams in India, government cracks down with special team
The world of cryptocurrency is filled with allegations and occurrences of scams and fraud. To counter this to an extent, the Government of Maharashtra in India has ordered a special investigation team to look into cases of Bitcoin [BTC] fraud in the state. дальше »
2018-7-12 20:39 | |
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Special Unit Formed to Investigate Crypto Cases in India
A special investigations unit has been set up in the Indian state of Maharashtra where there is a rise in bitcoin-related scams. The unit will take over the investigation of all cases relating to cryptocurrency in the state that are currently handled by various police departments. дальше »
2018-7-11 16:35 | |
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20% of All Bitcoin Is Permanently Lost and Unrecoverable, According to Researchers
A Wall Street Journal investigation and analysis suggested that users have misplaced a fifth of all Bitcoin. While this has not much in the way of ramifications for the technology, considering how it is designed to be deflationary and is divisible to a very low denomination, it has created a new industry of wallet hunters who […] 20% of All Bitcoin Is Permanently Lost and Unrecoverable, According to Researchers was originally found on [blokt] - Blockchain, Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency News. дальше »
2018-7-10 17:59 | |
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Crypto exchange shows security breach and is down forr maintenance work
Decentralized cryptocurrency platform Bancor halted operations Monday, July 9, as it investigates what it calls a “security breach,” reportedly involving over $12 mln. No user wallets were compromised,” the tweet reads, continuing: “To complete the investigation, we have moved to maintenance and will be releasing a more detailed report shortly. User funds remain intact due дальше »
2018-7-9 21:23 | |
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UBI Blockchain Internet’s SEC Investigation Is Settled for $1.3M
The SEC is closely monitoring developments in the world of cryptocurrency and ICOs. Two individuals in Nevada have agreed to settle an ongoing lawsuit over illegally selling stocks. Those stocks belong to a blockchain-oriented company, and both men cashed out $1. дальше »
2018-7-4 20:00 | |
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Financing Hearts Trading ‘Official’ Crypto Transactions
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, suspended trading services on Wednesday after irregular transactions were reported on its platform. The project later confirmed after an investigation that it discovered “odd trading behavior coupled with atypical blockchain activity. дальше »
2018-7-4 19:00 | |
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International Coalition Set to Tackle Cryptocurrency Tax Crime
In a bid to fight the threat of cryptocurrency tax crime, the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has joined with tax authorities from Australia, Canada, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom to form the Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement (J5), according to a press release. дальше »
2018-7-4 23:36 | |
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Korean Authorities Investigating Personal Data Security of Crypto Exchanges
The Korean Communications Commission (KCC) and the Korean Internet & Security Agency (KISA) will be launching a joint probe into crypto exchange operators’ handling of personal data, Chosun news reports Monday, July 2. дальше »
2018-7-3 02:32 | |
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Kraken Fires Back at “Journalist Lemmings” for Tether Manipulation Accusations
A recent investigation into Tether activity on popular cryptocurrency exchange Kraken triggered scathing responses from the exchange, who fired back at journalists that, according to Kraken, fail to understand market basics. дальше »
2018-7-2 15:00 | |
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FBI Has 130 Cryptocurrency-Related Cases, Reveals Agent
The cryptocurrency industry is linked to several illegal activities, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is currently investigating 130 cases. Kyle Armstrong, a supervisory special agent, revealed info while speaking at a cryptocurrency conference titled “Crypto Evolved” in New York on Wednesday, June 27, reported Bloomberg. дальше »
2018-7-1 14:14 | |
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Tether Exchange Vulnerability Raises Security Concerns, New Research Suggests USDT Wash Trading on Kraken
This week, US-Dollar pegged stablecoin Tether once again captured cryptocurrency community attention for the wrong reasons with poorly-implemented Tether exchange integration resulting in the successful execution of a double spend. дальше »
2018-7-1 14:00 | |
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The FBI Agent estimates 130 Crypto Investigations Annaye
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is currently running 130 different cryptocurrency-related investigations, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. FBI Supervisory Special Agent Kyle Armstrong told the Crypto Evolved conference in New York that the agency is investigating a variety of crimes, including human trafficking, drug transactions, kidnapping and ransomware, which have a cryptocurrency component, according to дальше »
2018-6-28 12:04 | |
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130 Crypto Related
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is currently running 130 different cryptocurrency-related investigations, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. FBI Supervisory Special Agent Kyle Armstrong told the Crypto Evolved conference in New York that the agency is investigating a variety of crimes, including human trafficking, drug transactions, kidnapping and ransomware, which have a cryptocurrency component, according to дальше »
2018-6-28 08:32 | |
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DOJ, U.S. Agencies Seize Over $12M Bitcoin in a Slew of Dark Web Busts
The U. S. Department of Justice, in cooperation with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the Secret Service (USSS), the Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), have apprehended more than 35 dark web drugs and arms dealers in a nation-wide bust. дальше »
2018-6-27 20:26 | |
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Andreessen Horowitz Has Launched a $300M Crypto Fund
Andreessen Horowitz has launched a $300 million crypto fund dedicated to investing in cryptocurrencies and other blockchain-related projects. The fund, named a16z crypto, signals that the firm is diving deeper into the cryptocurrency space to grow its existing portfolio, which includes digital currency exchange Coinbase. дальше »
2018-6-27 21:34 | |
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Coinbase Fraud Accusations Could Set Coinbase Domination Plans Back
Coinbase want to become the worlds biggest and best cryptocurrency exchange. This is hardly surprising as I am sure every cryptocurrency exchange would want to achieve that accolade. Either way, we are seeing reports today that discuss how Coinbase has had a number of complaints filed against it in the United States, complaints that now looking to be engaging the involvement of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). дальше »
2018-6-22 18:00 | |
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