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Cybercriminals ditch Bitcoin for stablecoins as illicit trades potentially surpassed $51 billion in 2024 – Chainalysis
Illicit crypto transactions exceeded $51 billion in 2024, significantly higher than previous estimates due to underreporting, according to blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis. The findings, published in the company’s latest Crypto Crime Report, indicate a surge in AI-driven fraud, stablecoin laundering, and sophisticated cybercrime networks. дальше »
2025-2-28 22:15 | |
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SEC in talks to stay the civil fraud case against TRON founder Justin Sun
The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission is considering pausing its civil fraud case against TRON founder Justin Sun to explore a possible resolution that could benefit both parties and the public. дальше »
2025-2-28 12:34 | |
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Gotbit founder extradited to the US to face market manipulation charges
Gotbit founder and CEO Aleksei Andriunin was extradited to the US on Feb. 25, the US Attorney’s Office, District of Massachusetts said. The 26-year old Russian national was arrested in October 2024 over allegations of market manipulation and fraud. дальше »
2025-2-27 23:10 | |
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Senator Durbin Introduces New Bill to Combat Crypto ATM Fraud
Key Takeaways: Sen. Dick Durbin introduced the Crypto ATM Fraud Prevention Act to prevent increased scams at ATMs for cryptocurrencies. The bill includes transaction caps and mandatory rebates, especially for The post Senator Durbin Introduces New Bill to Combat Crypto ATM Fraud appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »
2025-2-28 06:30 | |
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Brazilian national faces 20-year sentence for $290 million Bitcoin Ponzi scheme
A Brazilian citizen appeared in U.S. District Court in Seattle following extradition from Switzerland to face $290 million Bitcoin investment fraud charges. According to the press release from the US Department of Justice, Douver T. Braga pleaded not guilty to… дальше »
2025-2-23 15:29 | |
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South Korean ‘coin king’ re-arrested for $47m crypto fraud
South Korean crypto figure Park, known as “Jonbur Kim” or the “Coin King,” has been arrested again on fresh fraud charges. This arrest comes just weeks after his release on bail for a separate crypto scam case. The Seoul Southern… дальше »
2025-2-21 17:34 | |
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Safemoon CTO pleads guilty in $200m crypto fraud case
Safemoon CTO Thomas Smith has pleaded guilty to charges in a $200 million crypto fraud case. US authories arrested the Safemoon exec, alongside CEO Braden John Karony, in 2023. Thomas Smith, the chief technology officer of SafeMoon LLC, has pleaded guilty to two charges of securities fraud conspiracy and wire fraud conspiracy. дальше »
2025-2-22 14:06 | |
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Safemoon CTO withdraws not-guilty plea, admits to $200m SafeMoon fraud
Thomas Smith, the chief technology officer of the now-defunct cryptocurrency firm SafeMoon, has pleaded guilty to securities fraud conspiracy and wire fraud conspiracy in connection with a multimillion-dollar scheme that allegedly defrauded investors of over $200 million. Per a recent… дальше »
2025-2-21 10:46 | |
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SEC launches new unit to combat crypto fraud and cybercrime
The SEC has renamed its Division of Enforcement’s Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit (CACU) to the Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU). CETU’s focus will be, among other things, to combat crypto fraud and cybercrime. дальше »
2025-2-21 21:49 | |
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SEC Unveils New Cyber Unit to Tackle Cryptocurrency Fraud
Сообщение SEC Unveils New Cyber Unit to Tackle Cryptocurrency Fraud появились сначала на Coinstelegram.
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SEC forms Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit to combat crypto and AI-related fraud
The SEC's new unit aims to enhance investor protection and market integrity by addressing cyber threats and fostering technological innovation. The post SEC forms Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit to combat crypto and AI-related fraud appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-2-22 17:47 | |
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Two UK men arrested in crypto fraud targeting elderly victim
Two men have been arrested in connection with a cryptocurrency fraud case that led to a 75-year-old Aberdeenshire man losing a six-figure sum. Police began investigating the case in July 2024. On February 18, 2025, officers from North East Division… дальше »
2025-2-20 22:34 | |
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Crypto scam: $5.6m stolen in FTX debt claims fraud
A scam group posing as FTX debt claimants defrauded two companies of more than $5.6 million, according to a new report from Inca Digital. The perpetrators allegedly used AI-generated identities and unauthorized access to bankruptcy records to execute the scheme.… дальше »
2025-2-18 19:02 | |
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Cyprus police warn of large-scale SMS crypto scam impersonating Binance: report
Cyprus police have warned the public about a surge in SMS scams impersonating a crypto exchange. Cyprus police have issued a warning about a rise in SMS fraud targeting crypto investors, with scammers impersonating the Binance crypto exchange, Cyprus Mail… дальше »
2025-2-18 14:40 | |
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Hayden Davis crypto scandal deepens as LIBRA memecoin faces fraud allegations
Portnoy returned 6 million LIBRA tokens after concerns over transparency in promotions An investigation linked LIBRA and MELANIA token projects, revealing cross-chain fund transfers The contThe post Hayden Davis crypto scandal deepens as LIBRA memecoin faces fraud allegations appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2025-2-18 09:00 | |
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LIBRA Team Was In Talks to Launch a Meme Coin with the Nigerian Government
Allegations of a LIBRA-linked meme coin in Nigeria raise concerns as Hayden Davis admits to past scams and ongoing crypto fraud offers. The post LIBRA Team Was In Talks to Launch a Meme Coin with the Nigerian Government appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2025-2-18 02:02 | |
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LIBRA scandal brings Nigerian meme coin plans to light
The LIBRA scandal highlights the risks of crypto ventures in regions with a history of financial fraud, potentially impacting future blockchain projects. The post LIBRA scandal brings Nigerian meme coin plans to light appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-2-19 00:15 | |
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Argentina’s President Milei under scrutiny after promoting and deleting post on cratered LIBRA token
Argentine lawyers have filed a fraud complaint against President Javier Milei after he promoted but then deleted a post on X about the LIBRA token, which later dropped in value. On Friday, Feb. 14, Argentina‘s President Javier Milei posted on… дальше »
2025-2-17 11:25 | |
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SEC pauses lawsuit against crypto mining firm Geosyn at executives’ request
The SEC has suspended its fraud lawsuit against Geosyn Mining at the request of the accused executives, following federal charges on similar allegations. On Feb. 14, the SEC informed a Texas court that it would suspend the ongoing case against… дальше »
2025-2-17 11:23 | |
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Argentina’s president faces fraud charges over $LIBRA token promotion
The fraud charges against Argentina's President could undermine public trust in cryptocurrency initiatives and impact political stability. The post Argentina’s president faces fraud charges over $LIBRA token promotion appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-2-19 04:25 | |
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Crypto scammers net over $9B in 2024 as AI supercharges fraud
Malicious actors stole roughly $9. 9 billion from the crypto ecosystem last year — the lowest amount since 2021, according to a recent Chainalysis report. The firm added that the figure is expected to rise to $12. дальше »
2025-2-15 04:30 | |
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FBI initiative saves thousands from crypto scams, recovers $285 million
The FBI’s initiative to counter crypto investment fraud has helped thousands of victims avoid losing millions of dollars since its launch, according to a Feb. 13 press release. Dubbed Operation Level Up, the program proactively identifies individuals in the midst of being scammed and intervenes before they lose their money. дальше »
2025-2-14 00:00 | |
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Central African Republic’s Meme Coin Launch Raises Deepfake and Fraud Concerns
The CAR meme coin, touted as a national crypto initiative, has sparked controversy over deepfake allegations, domain inconsistencies, and insider control. While its market cap soared, skepticism grows over potential manipulation and rug pulls. дальше »
2025-2-10 13:00 | |
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Crypto Fraud Alert: Nigeria Unmasks Global Scam, 53 Charged
Nigerian law enforcement has uncovered a sophisticated global crypto scam operation in Lagos during a general cybercrime raid. One of the most coordinated activities against crypto fraud in West Africa this year, the recent raid resulted in the arrest of 53 people from different nationalities. дальше »
2025-2-9 21:30 | |
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From cellblock to blockchain: Bitford Digital CEO Jill Ford wields Bitcoin to shake up TradFi
In November 2023, Jill Ford — a rising e-commerce entrepreneur — found herself trading spreadsheets for sentencing hearings, convicted of bank fraud and money laundering tied to a Main Street Lending Program loan. дальше »
2025-2-9 20:54 | |
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Pump.fun Under Pressure to Remove DOGSHIT2 Tokens Amid Allegations of IP Violations
Burwick Law and Wolf Popper LLP issued a cease-and-desist to Pump.fun, alleging IP infringement and securities fraud. Meanwhile, DOGSHIT2 skyrockets. The post Pump.fun Under Pressure to Remove DOGSHIT2 Tokens Amid Allegations of IP Violations appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2025-2-6 17:20 | |
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Crypto wallet security needs a rethink | Opinion
By gоing sееdless, yоu're nipping potential risks like fraud, data breaches, or еvеn someone physically copying your keys right in the bud. дальше »
2025-2-6 16:06 | |
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SEC downsizes its crypto enforcement unit under Trump administration
The SEC's crypto unit downsizing may slow fraud response, impacting investor protection and potentially altering the crypto regulatory landscape. The post SEC downsizes its crypto enforcement unit under Trump administration appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-2-6 02:40 | |
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SEC staff must obtain top-level approval before launching investigations under new leadership
The new SEC approval process may slow investigations, potentially allowing fraud to go unchecked, while aiming to prevent unwarranted probes. The post SEC staff must obtain top-level approval before launching investigations under new leadership appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-2-6 10:59 | |
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Fraud Allegations Rock Shiba Inu: Lead Dev Under Fire
Shiba Inu’s prominent lead developer Shytoshi Kusama finds himself at the center of controversy following a barrage of accusations levied by the account @shibburn on X (formerly Twitter). The alleged improprieties—ranging from unauthorized project endorsements to misleading the community—have reignited debates about transparency and leadership within the popular memecoin ecosystem. Allegations Against Shiba Inu Lead […] дальше »
2025-2-4 06:00 | |
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Dogwifhat Drops Nearly 10% After Vegas Sphere Denies Involvement
Dogwifhat's price crashed after the Vegas Sphere called out false claims of a deal. With fraud allegations mounting, WIF investors face uncertainty. The post Dogwifhat Drops Nearly 10% After Vegas Sphere Denies Involvement appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2025-2-1 00:04 | |
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Malaysia’s anti-corruption agency leverages blockchain and AI to fight fraud
Malaysia will leverage Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence to tackle corruption and fraud in the digital age. Speaking at the 3rd International Conference on Technology, Humanities, and Management held in Maldives, Tan Sri Azam, chief commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission,… дальше »
2025-1-31 13:10 | |
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Second lawsuit hits Pump.fun as legal pressure over meme coins intensifies
Legal trouble is catching up to Pump.fun. With two lawsuits in motion and fraud allegations flying, is this meme coin casino finally running out of luck? Pump.fun, a platform notorious for launching meme coins on the Solana (SOL) blockchain, is… дальше »
2025-1-31 06:33 | |
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Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents want Trump to pardon son: report
The parents of Sam Bankman-Fried, the former FTX CEO currently serving a 25-year prison sentence for fraud, are exploring the possibility of securing a pardon for their son from Donald Trump. Stanford Law School professors Joseph Bankman and Barbara Fried… дальше »
2025-1-31 23:41 | |
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Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents working to get a pardon from Trump
Sam Bankman-Fried's parents seek a Bankman-Fried pardon attempt from Trump after an alleged excessive fraud sentence. The post Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents working to get a pardon from Trump appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-1-31 23:04 | |
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Why is France investigating Binance? Here’s what we know
French authorities have escalated their scrutiny of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, by launching a judicial probe into allegations of money laundering, tax fraud, and other financial crimes, Reuters reported. дальше »
2025-1-29 23:57 | |
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Binance faces judicial probe in France over money laundering and tax fraud
French authorities open a judicial probe into Binance over money laundering, tax fraud, and unregulated trading from 20192024. The post Binance faces judicial probe in France over money laundering and tax fraud appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-1-29 18:17 | |
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French Authorities Launch Money Laundering Investigation Into Binance
French regulators investigate Binance France for money laundering, tax fraud, and other serious charges, adding to the exchange's global legal troubles. The post French Authorities Launch Money Laundering Investigation Into Binance appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2025-1-28 17:41 | |
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IRS secures first crypto tax fraud conviction, setting legal precedent
For the first time, the IRS has successfully prosecuted a case of tax fraud solely involving crypto. The U.S. Internal Revenue Service has won a major victory, setting a legal precedent in the fight against crypto-related tax fraud. In December… дальше »
2025-1-28 12:24 | |
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