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FTX co-founder Gary Wang avoids prison time in crypto fraud case
Gary Wang is now the fifth former executive of collapsed crypto exchange FTX to be sentenced for their role in the company’s implosion. Wang received a sentence of time served and three years of supervised release and will forfeit $11 billion. дальше »
2024-11-21 19:42 | |
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Former FTX CTO Gary Wang Won’t Have To Serve Prison Time, Judge Rules
Former FTX chief technology officer and close friend of Sam Bankman-Fried, Gary Wang, won’t have to serve prison time for his involvement in the crypto exchange’s fraud scheme, The New York Times reported. дальше »
2024-11-20 19:38 | |
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Former FTX CTO Gary Wang Won’t Have to Serve Prison Time, Judge Rules
Former FTX chief technology officer and close friend of Sam Bankman-Fried, Gary Wang, won’t have to serve prison time for his involvement in the crypto exchange’s fraud scheme, The New York Times reported. дальше »
2024-11-22 19:38 | |
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Former FTX CTO Gary Wang avoids prison time for role in crypto fraud
Gary Wang avoids prison after pleading guilty in FTX fraud case. His testimony aided the conviction of Sam Bankman-Fried. The post Former FTX CTO Gary Wang avoids prison time for role in crypto fraud appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-11-21 19:17 | |
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FTX co-founder Gary Wang sentenced to ‘time served’ as FTX criminal cases end
Gary Wang, co-founder and former chief technology officer of crypto exchange FTX, was sentenced to time served with no additional jail time after providing extensive cooperation to U. S. prosecutors in one of the largest financial fraud cases in history, as reported by Inner City Press. дальше »
2024-11-20 19:03 | |
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Haru Invest declared bankrupt amidst alleged $1b investor fraud
The Seoul Rehabilitation Court officially declared bankruptcy on crypto yield platform Haru Invest, after it was implicated in a crypto fraud worth up to $1 billion. Investigations by South Korean law enforcement revealed that Haru Invest, a crypto yield firm… дальше »
2024-11-20 10:49 | |
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Crypto Trading Ban In Nepal Deterring Fraud Victims From Reporting To Authorities, Report Says
Nepal’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), in its Strategic Analysis Report 2024, revealed that the country’s blanket ban on crypto trading has become a significant obstacle for fraud victims seeking to report their cases to authorities. дальше »
2024-11-19 08:30 | |
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Dogecoin Lawsuit Against Elon Musk Ends as Investors Drop Appeal
Dogecoin investors have dropped their lawsuit against Elon Musk, ending accusations of fraud and insider trading linked to his public statements on the cryptocurrency. The post Dogecoin Lawsuit Against Elon Musk Ends as Investors Drop Appeal appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2024-11-16 00:27 | |
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New SDNY US Attorney to Cool Down Crypto Crackdowns after Bankman-Fried Conviction
The SDNY plans to wind down crypto fraud prosecutions, coinciding with Trump's nomination of crypto ally Jay Clayton for US Attorney. However, ongoing cases like Sam Bankman-Fried's appeal and the leadership of Letitia James pose challenges to an immediate shift. дальше »
2024-11-16 22:46 | |
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Investors withdraw appeal in Dogecoin lawsuit against Elon Musk
Plaintiffs have dropped their appeal in the Dogecoin lawsuit against Elon Musk. Judge Hellerstein in August ruled Musk’s public statements weren’t grounds for fraud claims. Both parties have withdrawn motions for sanctions. дальше »
2024-11-16 19:48 | |
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South Korean police arrest YouTuber, 11 others in $231M crypto fraud case
South Korean police have arrested 12 suspects, including a prominent YouTuber, in connection with a $231 million crypto fraud that affected more than 15,000 investors, local media outlet Yna reported. дальше »
2024-11-13 15:34 | |
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Here’s how this Korean group lured investors in $230m crypto fraud
South Korean police uncovered a phony organization that lured investors into fraudulent crypto investments. The Gyeonggi Southern Provincial Police Agency’s Anti-Corruption and Economic Crime Investigation Unit arrested 215 individuals for operating, joining and participating in a fraudulent quasi-investment consulting firm,… дальше »
2024-11-13 09:46 | |
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Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky loses bid to dismiss charges
Alex Mashinsky, the former CEO of the defunct Celsius Network, has failed to get two fraud charges dismissed from his indictment. A federal judge in New York ruled against Mashinsky’s motion, which alleged he manipulated the price of Celsius’s cryptocurrency,… дальше »
2024-11-12 21:39 | |
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FTX Ramps Up Legal Actions With 20 Lawsuits Targeting Political Donations and Fraud
The FTX lawsuits address claims related to political donations, fraud, and market manipulation, including a high-profile case against Nawaaz Mohammad Meerun. The post FTX Ramps Up Legal Actions With 20 Lawsuits Targeting Political Donations and Fraud appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2024-11-10 02:30 | |
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FTX CTO helps US government build crypto exchange fraud detection tools in bid to avoid prison
Wang's collaboration with the government could enhance regulatory oversight and deter future crypto exchange fraud, impacting the industry's trust. The post FTX CTO helps US government build crypto exchange fraud detection tools in bid to avoid prison appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-11-7 21:09 | |
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Caroline Ellison, ex-Alameda CEO, begins 2-year prison sentence for role in FTX fraud
Caroline Ellison, former CEO of Alameda Research and key witness in the FTX case, reported to a low-security prison in Connecticut on Thursday to start her two-year sentence, CNBC reported. This follows her cooperation with federal prosecutors that contributed to the conviction of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. дальше »
2024-11-8 20:58 | |
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FTX fraudster Caroline Ellison starts her 2-year prison term in Connecticut
Caroline Ellison starts her 2-year prison sentence related to FTX fraud, following her cooperation leading to Sam Bankman-Fried's conviction. The post FTX fraudster Caroline Ellison starts her 2-year prison term in Connecticut appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-11-7 20:02 | |
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Mutant Ape NFT Creator To Forgo $1.4 Million, Escapes Jail Time
In an interesting development, the creator of the fraud NFT collection “Mutant Ape Planet” Aurelien Michel is set to avoid a prison sentence following a recent court ruling. However, the defendant has been ordered to forgo over $1 million as punishment for conducting a rug pull. дальше »
2024-11-4 20:00 | |
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DOJ indicts Gotbit CEO for allegedly orchestrating massive wash trading scheme
The Department of Justice has indicted Aleksei Andriunin, founder and CEO of crypto financial services firm Gotbit, on charges of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit market manipulation. Andriunin, a Russian national residing in Portugal, allegedly orchestrated a scheme to artificially inflate trading volumes for client crypto companies, including several based in the US. дальше »
2024-11-2 02:30 | |
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US indicts 26-year-old Gotbit founder for market manipulation
Federal prosecutors in Boston have indicted Aleksei Andriunin, a 26-year-old Russian national and founder of Gotbit, on charges of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit market manipulation. According to the U. дальше »
2024-11-1 20:02 | |
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Ex-FTX executive dodges prison for testifying against Sam Bankman-Fried
Nishad Singh avoided prison due to his cooperation against Sam Bankman-Fried in the high-profile FTX fraud case Singh’s testimony shed light on FTX's internal operations Nishad Singh, formThe post Ex-FTX executive dodges prison for testifying against Sam Bankman-Fried appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2024-11-1 14:00 | |
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Harris Odds Rise on Polymarket as 'Election Fraud' Allegations Ramp Up Trump Hedge Bets
At current prices, a $10,000 punt on Harris could equal a $25,000 payout if she wins the U.S. presidential election. дальше »
2024-11-1 11:45 | |
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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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London Satoshi reveal unsurprisingly fails to convince anyone of his identity amid fraud charges
At a press conference in London on Oct. 31, Stephen Mollah declared himself to be Satoshi Nakamoto, the elusive creator of Bitcoin but failed to provide compelling evidence to support his claim. The event at the Frontline Club left attendees skeptical as technical issues and unverified assertions undermined his credibility. дальше »
2024-11-1 16:19 | |
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AlixPartners teams up with Chainalysis to expand crypto tracing expertise
AlixPartners and Chainalysis have teamed up to enhance cryptocurrency compliance and forensic investigation services, addressing growing fraud risks. AlixPartners, a financial advisory firm recognized for its work in high-profile restructurings, announced a collaboration with blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis to strengthen… дальше »
2024-11-1 16:12 | |
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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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Austria’s largest fraud trial sees five sentenced in connection to $21.6m crypto scam
An Austrian court has sentenced five individuals linked to the EXW-Token scam to prison, in one of the largest cryptocurrency fraud trials in the country’s history. According to a report from local media, the sentencing followed a year-long trial and… дальше »
2024-10-24 14:28 | |
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Base to bring Optimism’s fault-proof system to enhance decentralization
Coinbase’s layer-2 network Base is set to launch the fault-proof system, allowing users to independently confirm the validity of withdrawals. Ethereum-based network Base will integrate Optimism‘s fault-proof system — also known as fraud proofs — on Oct. 30, enabling users… дальше »
2024-10-24 10:03 | |
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From Russia With Fraud: ‘Crypto Queen’ Diverts Funds To Ukrainian Army
A detained social media influencer could be heading to a Russian penitentiary and staying there for about 10 years to live out her sentence for committing crypto fraud. Valeria Fedyakina, dubbed the “Crypto Queen,” is at the center of multiple charges of large-scale swindling activities that reportedly included funding the Ukrainian military amid the ongoing […] дальше »
2024-10-24 23:00 | |
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Nigeria Drops Charges Against Binance Executive Tigran Gambaryan
After diplomatic efforts, Nigeria drops charges against Binance exec Tigran Gambaryan, held since February on fraud allegations. The post Nigeria Drops Charges Against Binance Executive Tigran Gambaryan appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2024-10-24 13:58 | |
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Crypto fraud: $30m ‘red card’ trial begins in France
This week, a major crypto fraud trial involving over €28 million ($30 million) in stolen funds opened in Nancy, France. The trial is expected to last a month. More than 20 defendants are implicated in a scheme targeting football clubs… дальше »
2024-10-22 16:44 | |
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ASIC charges former crypto exchange CEO with $1.47m Bitcoin fraud
Australia’s securities watchdog has charged the former CEO of defunct crypto exchange Mine Digital for defrauding an investor of $1.47 million. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has charged Grant Colthup with one count of fraud after a customer of… дальше »
2024-10-22 10:06 | |
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Yuta Kobayashi’s arrest highlights Japan’s first crypto laundering case using Monero
Yuta Kobayashi, 26, has been arrested in Japan for allegedly laundering funds through the cryptocurrency Monero, following a 100 million yen ($665,800) credit card fraud scheme. According to a report by Nikkei on Monday, the arrest followed an extensive investigation by Japan’s Cyber Special Investigation Division and multiple local police forces. The case marks a […] дальше »
2024-10-22 22:54 | |
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US jails man for 5 years over $20m crypto fraud
An Indian national has been sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of stealing more than $20 million in a crypto fraud scheme involving fake crypto websites. U. S. District Judge Kenneth D. дальше »
2024-10-19 02:30 | |
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US Treasury fraud prevention leaps with AI, recovering $4 billion
The US Department of the Treasury announced that it has prevented and recovered over $4 billion in fraud and improper payments during the 2024 fiscal year, leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. дальше »
2024-10-18 14:25 | |
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FBI arrests Alabama man in connection with fake SEC Bitcoin ETF post
Eric Council Jr. has been charged with conspiracy to commit aggravated identity theft and access device fraud In January, the SEC’s X account was hacked with a post claiming that the agency had approved the first Bitcoin ETF A day later, the SEC approved the first Bitcoin ETFs A 25-year-old man from Athens, Alabama has […] The post FBI arrests Alabama man in connection with fake SEC Bitcoin ETF post appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »
2024-10-21 00:07 | |
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Crypto scammer hit with 20-year prison sentence for role in fraud
Juan Tacuri has been sentenced to a maximum of 240 months for his role in the Forcount Ponzi scheme. Tacuri was a senior promoter in the Forcount Ponzi scheme that defrauded thousands of investors, primarily in Spanish-speaking communities, according to… дальше »
2024-10-17 02:30 | |
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Crypto Scandal Erupts: Ex-Philippine Mayor Implicated In $30 Million Fraud And Laundering
Have crypto fraudsters infiltrated the local government in Asia? It seems the answer is yes as information linking a former Philippine mayor to a crypto scam group operating in Asia surfaced. This is an indicator of the growing concern about crypto scam rings in Southeast Asia and Hong Kong, which might have gained a foothold […] дальше »
2024-10-16 05:00 | |
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Ex-Philippine mayor linked to $30m AAX crypto scam and laundering ring
Disgraced former Philippine mayor Alice Guo has been linked to the defunct Atom Asset Exchange, which laundered and stole millions in customer cryptocurrency assets in 2022. This connection comes as Guo faces trial for human trafficking and fraud, according to… дальше »
2024-10-14 17:28 | |
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Crypto fugitive: Man accused of fraud flees after skipping $150m hearing
A German man, Horst Jicha, is now a fugitive after skipping a $150 million cryptocurrency fraud hearing in New York. Jicha, 64, was under house arrest and out on a $5 million bond, but authorities suspect he tampered with his… дальше »
2024-10-12 20:35 | |
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Here’s how the FBI used fake crypto to expose widespread fraud
The FBI created a fake cryptocurrency to identify 18 fraudulent crypto actors in a recent mass fraud arrest. The FBI brought criminal charges against 18 individuals and entities for engaging in fraudulent crypto activities and market manipulation through the use… дальше »
2024-10-10 18:12 | |
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