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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FBI Arrests Manhattan Man Accused Of Defrauding Investors $43 Million In Crypto Trading Ponzi Scheme

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As Wasabi Wallet and Phoenix Leave the U.S., What’s Next for Non-Custodial Crypto?

Following DOJ action against Samourai Wallet and a possible Metamask investigation, Wasabi Wallet and Phoenix are closing their U.S. offerings. Is non-custodial crypto under threat? дальше »

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Wasabi Wallet and Phoenix Leave the U.S.; What’s Next for Non-Custodial Crypto?

Following DOJ action against Samourai Wallet and a possible Metamask investigation, Wasabi Wallet and Phoenix are closing their U.S. offerings. Is non-custodial crypto under threat? дальше »

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SEC suspected Ethereum was a security since 2018, new Consensys documents reveal

The Gary Gensler-led Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) began investigating Ethereum’s security status last year, according to an April 29 court filing by Consensys. The filing disclosed that Gurbir Grewal, the Director of the Division of Enforcement, sanctioned the Formal Order of Investigation concerning ‘Ethereum 2. дальше »

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SEC considered Ethereum unregistered security for at least a year: FOX Business

New insights into the SEC's investigation into Ethereum's status as a security and Consensys' legal challenge to the agency's claims. The post SEC considered Ethereum unregistered security for at least a year: FOX Business appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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SEC considers Ethereum unregistered security for at least a year: FOX Business

New insights into the SEC's investigation into Ethereum's status as a security and Consensys' legal challenge to the agency's claims. The post SEC considers Ethereum unregistered security for at least a year: FOX Business appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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SEC Boss Has Long Viewed Ethereum as a Security, New Filing Reveals

A high-stakes investigation into Ethereum was approved by the SEC just days after Gensler refused to comment on Ethereum's legal status during a congressional hearing дальше »

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South Korea to introduce crypto crime investigation unit

South Korean regulators are proactively addressing the rise in crypto crimes by considering establishing a permanent investigative unit. 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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China’s former CBDC chief is under government investigation

China investigating Yao Qian, the former head of the Digital Yuan project. Local media reports say Yao is under probe for “violations of discipline and law. ” Yao Qian, a leading Chinese blockchain expert who previously spearheaded China’s Digital Yuan program, is reportedly under government investigation. дальше »

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Ex-head of China’s CBDC reportedly under investigation

The former head of China’s digital yuan initiative is reportedly under investigation for “serious violations of discipline and law.” Yao Qian, the former lead developer of China‘s central bank digital currency (CBDC) initiative, is said to be under investigation for… дальше »

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Chinese ‘Crypto Dad’ faces government investigation

Yao Qian, the first director of CBDC development at China’s central bank, is reportedly under investigation for suspected law violations. дальше »

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FBI warns against unregistered crypto services amid rising legal tensions

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has issued a warning to Americans about the risks associated with using unregistered cryptocurrency money-transmitting services, indicating a potential crackdown on privacy-focused crypto tools. дальше »

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Hedgey Protocol loses $44.7M in dual cyber attacks

Hedgey Protocol suffers $44. 7M loss in dual cyber attacks. The protocol was targeted on both Arbitrum and Ethereum chains. Hedgey advises users to cancel active claims, revoking approvals amid the ongoing investigation. дальше »

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Bitcoin ransomware defrauds over 250 companies for $42m

Federal Bureau of Investigation officials warn the public about the spread of Akira ransomware. дальше »

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How Gary Gensler Could Have Been Manipulating XRP for Self-Gain: Ripple Analyst Sees a Life-Changing Opportunity

The long-standing legal battle between Ripple and the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken an unexpected turn, with the United States Congress launching an investigation into SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s potential involvement in XRP trading. дальше »

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New Zealand’s central bank starts consultations on Bluetooth-friendly CBDC

New Zealand’s central bank has started exploration into launching a central bank digital currency, with ongoing investigation projected until approximately 2030. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is now exploring the introduction of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) also… дальше »

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IRS to target crypto tax evasion with enhanced enforcement in 2024

United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) criminal investigation chief Guy Ficco has revealed that the regulator is anticipating a rise in crypto crimes. In an interview with CNBC at the Chainalysis Links event in New York, IRS stagger Guy Ficco… дальше »

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Top IRS official says ‘pure crypto tax crimes’ on the rise alongside scams

IRS criminal investigation chief Guy Ficco told CNBC on April 12 that taxpayers are increasingly committing tax crimes involving crypto. Ficco said the IRS has seen an increase in “pure crypto tax crimes” that fall under Title 26 of the US Code, which includes federal income tax violations. дальше »

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Russian-language cybercrime operation mimics web3 games to target macOS, Windows

A new malware is faking web3 gaming initiatives to distribute infostealers across macOS and Windows platforms. A recent investigation by Insikt Group has unveiled a new Russian-language cybercrime operation targeting users with fake web3 gaming projects designed to distribute malware.… дальше »

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Unravelling the Secret Investigation of Dapper Labs by the SEC

Uncover the details of the SEC investigation into Dapper Labs and its implications for the NFT market. Find out what really happened. The post Unravelling the Secret Investigation of Dapper Labs by the SEC appeared first on NFT News Today. дальше »

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Uniswap nosedives 16% on news of Wells notice

Uniswap‘s token UNI has dropped 17% following a lawsuit notice from US regulators sinking to $9.27, its lowest since late February. The latest decline coincided with the exchange receiving an official investigation Wells notice from the SEC. The market cap… дальше »

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MANA v. AXS - Identifying which project has the crowd's backing now

MANA and AXS shared similar price trajectories over the last few weeks Investigation of other metrics revealed who the crowds favoured more A recent Santiment post on X (formerly Twitter) hiThe post MANA v. дальше »

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Filecoin’s liquid staking team under investigation by Chinese Police — report

The team behind Filecoin's staking platform STFIL claims that they are under investigation by Chinese police. дальше »

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Chinese police investigate developers of Filecoin’s second-largest defi protocol STFIL

Liquid staking protocol STFIL is allegedly under investigation by Chinese police amid concerning fund transfers and protocol upgrades. The STFIL team revealed in an X post on Apr. 9 that the core team members of the protocol are under investigation… 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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US, UK initiate joint probe into $20 billion moved via crypto to evade Russian sanctions

The US and UK governments have launched a joint investigation into crypto transactions worth over $20 billion that may have violated Russian sanctions, Bloomberg News reported on March 28. The transactions, suspected of being routed through the Russia-based crypto exchange Garantex, aim to evade international sanctions and potentially fund military activities in Ukraine. дальше »

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Ethereum ETF approval in May? Don't bet on it, BUT...

SEC was looking to label ETH as a security per a recent investigation. Lack of communication between applicants and the regulator was concerning. Bitcoin [BTC] may have seen the light of dayThe post Ethereum ETF approval in May? Don't bet on it, BUT... appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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OKX Founder Could Be Under Investigation by US Authorities

This rumored investigation adds to Xu's history of controversy, including previous scrutiny from Chinese authorities and OKX's recent regulatory challenges in South Korea and India. The post OKX Founder Could Be Under Investigation by US Authorities appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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UN Reveals: 50% Of North Korea’s Foreign Earnings From Crypto Attacks And Cyber Heists

In recent findings, an investigation by the United Nations has illuminated the extent to which North Korea has leveraged cyber activities such as crypto hacks to “bolster” its economy and further its weapons development programs. дальше »

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Altcoin Super Sushi Samurai (SSS) Plummets After Security Breach

After a security breach, Super Sushi Samurai (SSS) sees a 99% value drop, with Certik reporting a $4. 6 million loss in a white hat operation, leading to paused transactions and an ongoing investigation. дальше »

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Ethereum Foundation faces probe from ‘state authority’ over undisclosed reasons

The Ethereum Foundation is under a confidential state authority investigation, with details and the scope of the probe currently unknown. дальше »

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Korean altcoin issuer detained over $16.1m fraud allegations

A South Korean altcoin issuer was arrested by the Seoul Southern District Prosecutors’ Office’s Virtual Asset Crime Joint Investigation Team on March 19, facing fraud charges. The unnamed individual is accused of defrauding investors of $16.1 million, an arrest that… дальше »

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Binance launches investigation into BOME insider trading allegations

Crypto exchange Binance recently announced the initiation of a detailed investigation into the claims concerning Book of Meme (BOME), a Solana-based meme coin.  This move came in response to allegations and community discussions about possible insider trading linked to the… дальше »

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Tether collaborates with FBI to recover $1.4 million in scam targeting seniors

Stablecoin issuer Tether collaborated with the US Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to seize $1. 4 million USDT associated with a tech support scam network, according to a Mar. дальше »

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Crypto custodian Copper reportedly transferred over $4m to entity allegedly tied to Russian arms-dealing network

A Guardian and International Consortium of Investigative Journalists investigation reveals a link between Copper and Jonatan Zimenkov, a Russian national sanctioned by the U.S. A recent investigation co-done by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) and the Guardian reveals… дальше »

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India’s ED leads crackdown on cryptocurrency scam with charge sheet against 299 entities

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken a significant step in its ongoing investigation into a cryptocurrency scam by filing a charge sheet against 299 entities, including individuals of Chinese origin, under the anti-money laundering law.  The charge sheet comes in… дальше »

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Binance.US under SEC scrutiny for alleged non-compliance in asset custody probe

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) alleges that Binance.US has not responded to important inquiries about customer assets and other critical aspects of an active investigation. The SEC has expressed concerns in a joint status report to a Washington,… дальше »

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Worldcoin faces probe in South Korea over privacy concerns

South Korea has initiated an investigation into Worldcoin over privacy concerns, following complaints about the collection of facial and iris recognition data. In a press release on Mar. 4, South Korea’s Personal Information Protection Commission says it will investigate Worldcoin… дальше »

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Solana Skyrockets 8% As Imprisoned FTX Co-Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Unleashes Promotional Push

In a recent investigation by The New York Times, new revelations have come to light regarding the involvement of Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced co-founder of FTX, with Solana’s native cryptocurrency, SOL, and his ongoing legal battle. дальше »

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Blockchain researcher recovers stolen funds from NFT heist

On Feb. 24, ZachXBT shared with his 505,000-plus social media followers the outcome of a nine-month investigation into the theft of the DeGods #3251 NFT. дальше »

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Bankrupt crypto exchange AAX allegedly started laundering 24,000 ETH

Analysts at Cyvers Alerts say an unknown entity moved over $55 million worth of Ethereum from wallets, associated with bankrupt crypto exchange AAX. In an X thread on Feb. 20, blockchain analysts at Cyvers Alerts published an investigation revealing anomaly… дальше »

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Lack Of Disclosure Costs VanEck Almost $2 Million Fine In SEC’s ETF Investigation

In a recent development, VanEck, a registered investment adviser and issuer of Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), has settled with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).   The company has agreed to pay a civil penalty of $1. дальше »

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OKX exchange expands crypto operations to Argentina

Argentina will now have access to OKX's crypto exchange. The move comes on the heels of OKX's investigation into a sharp 50% decline in the value of its native token, OKB. дальше »

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UN authorities investigate nearly five dozen cyberattacks by North Korea

The investigation focuses on 58 suspected cyber incidents including high-profile crypto hacks occurring between 2017 and 2023, reportedly aimed at funding weapon development. дальше »

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This Web3 Game Developer is Under Legal Lenses in South Korea

A Web3 game develope is under investigation in South Korea for allegedly evading legal obligations as a virtual asset operator and making profits outside the legal framework. The post This Web3 Game Developer is Under Legal Lenses in South Korea appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Sam Altman's Worldcoin Investigated Over Privacy Breaches in Hong Kong

Worldcoin's utility token (WLD) crashes amid unfolding investigation дальше »

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DeFi Project Abracadabra Undergoes $6.5 Million Attack

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) project Abracadabra suffered a $6. 5 million attack, with $4 million already transferred to an externally owned account, according to on-chain investigation firm Cyvers. дальше »

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SEC calls in FBI to probe account breach amid market manipulation fears

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has called in the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to investigate the recent hack on its social media account, just hours before the crucial announcement on the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs. дальше »

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