Hong Kong authorities expose crypto scam featuring deepfake Elon Musk

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (HKSFC) has warned the public about a fraudulent crypto exchange platform that uses AI-generated videos of Elon Musk to promote crypto trading services. дальше »

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Over $20M in bridged Ether returned to ZKasino wallet

Over $20M in bridged Ether returned to ZKasino wallet weeks after alleged exit scam, renewing hope for victims as authorities investigate the incident. The post Over $20M in bridged Ether returned to ZKasino wallet appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Binance CEO Denounces Nigerian Officials For Alleged Secret Crypto Settlement Proposal

Binance CEO Richard Teng recently denounced the Nigerian authorities’ abuse of power and mistreatment of the crypto exchange executives, including still-detained Tigran Gambaryan. Teng considers it’s time to highlight the implications of the saga between the crypto exchange and the Nigerian regulators on behalf of the business community. дальше »

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Nigerian stakeholders demand Binance reveal identity of bribery official

SIBAN’s executive secretary, Rume Ophi, stressed that Binance should reveal names to substantiate the claim and allow authorities to address wrongdoing. дальше »

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Authorities crack down on Austria-based online crypto scam

Authorities in Austria, along with counterparts in three other nations, have taken decisive action against an online scam masquerading as a new cryptocurrency venture.  In a press release on May 8, the European Justice for Criminal Justice Corporation disclosed the… дальше »

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Ex-Digitex Futures Exchange CEO pleads guilty to violating Bank Secrecy Act

U.S. authorities indicted former Digitex CEO Adam Todd in February for failure to implement and maintain an effective Anti-Money Laundering program at the exchange. дальше »

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US authorities identify and charge Russian mastermind behind LockBit ransomware group

The DOJ has identified and indicted Russian national Dmitry Khoroshev as the leader of the LockBit ransomware gang, sanctioning him and offering a $10M reward for info leading to his arrest. The post US authorities identify and charge Russian mastermind behind LockBit ransomware group appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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U.S. DOJ Identifies and Charges LockBit Ransomware Gang Leader with Fraud, Extortion

U.S. authorities have identified Russian national Dmitry Khoroshev as the mastermind behind the notorious LockBit ransomware gang, and are offering a $10 million reward for information that leads to his arrest. дальше »

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Indonesian Authorities Bust Synthetic Marijuana Lab Supported by Crypto

The syndicate had been operating for six months before being apprehended last week. дальше »

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Dark Bling: Heir To Jewelry Giant Cartier Indicted In Cocaine And Crypto Scandal

Maximilien de Hoop Cartier, heir to the famed jewelry dynasty, was arrested by US authorities for allegedly laundering millions of dollars for a Colombian drug cartel. Cartier, who primarily resides in France but holds Argentine citizenship, now faces a slew of charges related to money laundering and unlicensed money transmission. Related Reading: Bitcoin Bull Michael […] дальше »

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DOJ charges three Cred execs over $783 million in customer fund losses

On May 3, the US DOJ announced charges against former executives of Cred, a bankrupt crypto lending and investing firm. Authorities alleged that the three accused individuals — Cred co-owner and former CEO Daniel Schatt, former CFO Joseph Podulka, and former CCO James Alexander — took part in a scheme that caused customers to lose […] The post DOJ charges three Cred execs over $783 million in customer fund losses appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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$12 Million Crypto Seizure: Dutch Authorities Arrest Suspect Of ZKasino Rug Pull

About two weeks ago, the crypto space faced another alleged rug pull. This time, the gambling platform and blockchain casino ZKasino was at the center of the accusations, with many investors claiming their money was gone. дальше »

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Dutch authorities arrest suspect in ZKasino gambling scam, seize $12.2 million in assets

The Netherlands’ Fiscal Information and Investigation Service (FIOD) announced the arrest of a 26-year-old suspected to be involved in the ZKasino decentralized gambling platform scam. Meanwhile, speculations within the crypto community suggest that the arrested person could potentially be the pseudonymous founder of the platform known as Derivatives Monke. дальше »

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ZKasino scam suspect arrested, $12.2M seized by Dutch authorities

Authorities seized $12.2 million worth of digital assets, real estate and luxury cars during the arrest.

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Senator Cynthia Lummis Criticizes US Authorities’ Crackdown on DeFi

Senator Cynthia Lummis opposes new US DeFi regulations, promising to fight for individual digital rights amidst increasing regulatory actions. The post Senator Cynthia Lummis Criticizes US Authorities’ Crackdown on DeFi appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Binance: After CZ's arrest, these execs prompt global 'manhunt'

Nigerian authorities are pursuing Binance executives for currency devaluation. Contrasting legal outcomes raised questions about fairness in treatment. Just as Binance's [BNB] founder made hThe post Binance: After CZ's arrest, these execs prompt global 'manhunt' appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Chinese authorities arrest suspect in StarkNet airdrop identity scam

Chinese police arrested a suspect who stole 40,000 StarkNet airdrop tokens by submitting false identity claims before converting the ill-gotten STRK to over $91,000 in USDT. The post Chinese authorities arrest suspect in StarkNet airdrop identity scam appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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‘Bitcoin Jesus’ Roger Ver Arrested, Charged With Alleged $50 Million Tax Fraud

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India’s ED works with FBI to uncover $360m drug trafficking operation using crypto

India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) has collaborated with authorities in the United States to crack down on an INR 3000 crore (approx $360 million) drug trafficking operation involving cryptocurrencies. дальше »

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Yen’s freefall prompts Japanese intervention as USD/JPY hits 34-year high

Quick Take The Japanese yen’s freefall against the US dollar has reached alarming levels, prompting intervention by Japanese authorities in the foreign exchange market. According to the Wall Street Journal, officials confirmed their actions to support the yen’s value on Monday morning. дальше »

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Fezoo’s Revolutionary Exchange Model Targets Binance’s Market Share: Cardano & Bitcoin Communities Captivated in Stage 1 Presale

The crypto industry is set to be shaken up as centralized exchanges face regulatory scrutiny from authorities. This has left crypto investors wondering what impact it will have on the prices of both leading and new cryptocurrencies. дальше »

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Ace Exchange Suspects Should Get 20-Year Prison Sentences: Prosecutors

Prosecutors in Taiwan have proposed lengthy prison sentences for ACE Exchange’s founder, David Pan, and former executives as main suspects in an alleged fraud and money laundering case. This development came after the Taiwanese authorities initiated a fresh round of charges against the exchange founder and several others. дальше »

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New UK Law Empowers Authorities to Seize, Freeze, Destroy Crypto

UK's new cryptoasset legislation enables authorities to confiscate items like passwords and memory sticks that could aid criminal inquiries. The post New UK Law Empowers Authorities to Seize, Freeze, Destroy Crypto appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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32 People Indicted In Taiwanese Crypto Exchange Fraud Case

The ongoing saga between the Taiwanese authorities and former executives from crypto exchange ACE continues with a new round of charges pressed against its founder, David Pan, and another 31 individuals linked to the case. дальше »

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Crisis In Crypto: China’s Leading Blockchain Advocate Faces Investigation

Yao Qian, a prominent ‘pro-blockchain official’ in China, is under investigation by Chinese authorities for undisclosed “violations of law.” The Background Of Blockchain Advocacy And The Current Crackdown Qian, known for his pivotal role in developing China’s Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), has been a leading voice in the country’s blockchain initiative. Qian’s efforts were […] дальше »

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Warren calls on DOJ, NHS to crackdown on crypto payments for child sexual abuse material

US Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass. ) and Bill Cassidy (R-La. ) are urging US authorities to crack down on the use of crypto in the illegal trade of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The lawmakers raised the alarm in an April 26 bipartisan letter addressed to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. дальше »

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UK police authorized to seize criminal crypto holdings without arrests

From April 26, police can transfer seized illicit crypto to wallets controlled by the authorities, with victims able to reclaim funds from the accounts. дальше »

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Authorities shut down Samourai Wallet, arrest founders over money laundering charges in $2 billion DOJ case

International authorities collaborated to shut down Samourai Wallet and arrested its two founders on April 24 after the US Department of Justice (DOJ) filed criminal charges against the privacy wallet over allegations of facilitating money laundering. дальше »

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DOJ arrests Samourai Wallet founder over $2b illegal money flow 

Samourai Wallet founders Keonne Rodriguez and William Lonergan Hill have been arrested by U.S. authorities for laundering over $100 million. дальше »

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US authorities arrest and charge new figure in OneCoin scheme — who is William Morro?

Reports suggested that the latest individual to be charged in connection to the crypto scheme was associated with Gilbert Armenta, the boyfriend of OneCoin founder Ruja Ignatova. дальше »

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Nigeria denies freezing over 300 P2P accounts on more crypto exchanges amid forex concerns

Nigerian authorities are gearing up for the next phase of their crackdown on crypto trading, targeting peer-to-peer (P2P) platforms like OKX, Binance, KuCoin, and Bybit, according to a trending circular on social media platform X. дальше »

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Bitcoin is Borderless: How Decentralization and Permissionlessness Grant Autonomy Across Political Jursidictions

Bitcoin exists outside the control of central authorities and in doing so, allows individuals to control and safeguard their wealth regardless of the political and social climate they find themselves in. дальше »

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Kenyan authorities reportedly extradite Binance executive to Nigeria

The EFCC, Interpol, and Kenyan police are negotiating the extradition of the Binance executive. дальше »

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Thailand to block unauthorized crypto platforms to combat online crime

Thai authorities have decided to prohibit unauthorized cryptocurrency platforms in order to improve law enforcement’s efficiency in combating internet crime, as per an announcement made on April 19. Following a meeting of the Technology Crime Prevention and Suppression Committee, Thailand’s… дальше »

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Thailand to Block Access to 'Unauthorized' Crypto Platforms

Authorities in Thailand have decided to block "unauthorized" crypto platforms to increase the efficiency of law enforcement in solving the problem of online crime, an announcement on Friday last week said. дальше »

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Binance CEO Vows Cooperation With Nigerian Authorities In $35M Money Laundering Case

In a recent development, Richard Teng, the CEO of Binance, has confirmed the company’s close cooperation with Nigerian authorities following the detention of its head of financial crime compliance, Tigran Gambaryan. дальше »

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Pushd’s Stage 6 Lights Up E-Commerce Presale Scene Captivating Filecoin Investors Amid Market Adjustments

Pushd’s Stage 6 Presale Launch has affected Filecoin investors’ sentiment during boundless market scrutiny. The STFIL protocol is still the focus of the Chinese authorities, as Filecoin token moves are raising more concerns. дальше »

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Senator Warren wants to extend anti-money laundering rules to crypto miners and validators

US Senator Elizabeth Warren said any new crypto regulation, including the newly proposed regulatory framework for the stablecoin market, must include the full suite of anti-money laundering authorities that the Treasury Department requested in November 2023. дальше »

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Crypto Mining $3.5 Million Scheme: Man Indicted For Alleged “Cryptojacking” Operation

A Nebraska man has been indicted with several criminal charges by the New York authorities for allegedly conducting a $3. 5 million crypto scheme. The press release revealed that the accused could face up to 30 years in prison if found guilty. дальше »

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Binance executive denies Nigerian money laundering charges

Nigerian authorities arraigned Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan before an Abuja High Court on April 8, where the employee denied allegations and applied for bail. дальше »

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Terraform Labs Fights Back: SEC’s Charges Spark Legal Showdown

The SEC emphasized the significant losses suffered by investors due to Terra's deception, signaling the authorities' vigilance in scrutinizing crypto industry activities. The post Terraform Labs Fights Back: SEC’s Charges Spark Legal Showdown appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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KuCoin’s assets and market share slide amid legal woes and user withdrawals

Recent legal challenges with US authorities have resulted in a noticeable decline in user assets on KuCoin, according to the exchange’s latest proof-of-reserve certificate. According to the update, the exchange users’ Bitcoin holdings decreased 25. дальше »

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A Deeper Pullback Ahead For BTC Price? U.S. Government Moves $2 Billion Seized Silk Road Bitcoin

Approximately $2 billion worth of Bitcoin previously seized by the United States authorities and connected to the now-shuttered Silk Road dark web marketplace has been transferred to a new wallet address. дальше »

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Dump incoming? US authorities move Bitcoin stash seized from Silk Road

A US government-tied Bitcoin address moved over 30,100 BTC and sent a possible test transaction to Coinbase, on-chain sleuth ZachXBT reported. дальше »

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Conflux Network joins forces with Chinese government to build an ultra-large-scale public blockchain infrastructure

Conflux Network is supporting the Chinese authorities in developing a blockchain platform aimed at boosting international infrastructure. дальше »

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Detained Binance’s executives sue Nigerian government, report says

Binance’s executives intercepted by Nigerian officials have sued the Nigerian government, saying the local authorities have violated their fundamental rights. Binance executives, Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla, have filed a lawsuit against Nigeria‘s national security adviser’s office and the anti-graft… дальше »

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Canadian Authorities Probe $169M QuadrigaCX Crypto Scam In New Wealth Investigation

In a significant development, the Canadian province of British Columbia seeks to employ an unexplained wealth order (UWO) against Michael Patryn, co-founder of the Quadriga Coin Exchange (QuadrigaCX). дальше »

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Detained Binance exec sues Nigeria over ‘human rights violations’

Detained Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan has initiated legal action against Nigerian authorities, including the National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu and the Economics and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), over allegations of human rights violations. дальше »

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US, UK investigate crypto transfers to Russian exchange

U.S. and U.K. authorities are checking cryptocurrency transactions for potential connections with Russia. дальше »

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Canadian province of British Columbia pursuing QuadrigaCX co-founder’s assets

British Columbia authorities are intensifying their efforts to hold individuals accountable for their involvement in the collapse of QuadrigaCX, a cryptocurrency firm that left thousands facing substantial losses. дальше »

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