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U.S. attorneys are attempting to seize $2.5 million in cryptocurrency from an international “pig butchering” scam targeting American victims. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia has initiated a civil forfeiture action to recover 2,546,415.01 USDT seized by…

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Crypto scammers stole nearly $60m from 20 victims in H1 2024, data shows

Phishing scammers made over $300 million across EVM chains by targeting around 260,000 victims, data compiled by Scam Sniffer shows. The first half of 2024 was yet another profitable period for phishing scammers as they stole $314 million worth of…

2024-7-6 10:52
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Law firm impersonators target crypto scam victims, FBI alarms

The FBI has issued a public warning that fraudsters posing as lawyers are contacting crypto scam victims, promising to help recover their lost funds. Bad actors may be using social media and other messaging platforms to impersonate law firms, contacting…

2024-6-26 11:57	Fraud
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US authorities bust $73M crypto scam, make two arrests

The scammers convinced victims to transfer millions of dollars into U.S. bank accounts, which were then used to launder the illicit funds.

2024-5-18 12:52
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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.

2024-5-9 10:28	DeFi
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New job recruitment crypto scam surfaces in India

Indian crypto investors are witnessing a new sort of cryptocurrency scam where bad actors are masquerading as job recruiters and duping their potential candidates, or in this case, victims. Naved Alam, a 22-year-old resident of Pune, India, saw INR 2.5…

2024-4-3 15:01	India
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Crypto Redemption: US Attorney’s Office Takes Action, Seeks Return Of $2.3M To 37 Scam Victims

In a recent development, the United States Attorney’s Office in Massachusetts has taken legal action to reclaim $2. 3 million in crypto assets and return it to 37 victims who fell prey to online scams and fraud.

2024-3-14 21:00
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U.S. Attorney’s Office Files Civil Forfeiture Action to Return $2.3M in Crypto Tied to 37 Scam Victims

The United States Attorney’s Office in Massachusetts filed a civil forfeiture action on Wednesday aimed at returning $2.3 million in cryptocurrency to 37 victims of online scams and fraud.

2024-3-14 23:33
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Dating app encounter leads to $450,000 cryptocurrency romance scam

Shreya Datta, a tech professional from Philadelphia, was defrauded of nearly $450,000 through a cryptocurrency romance scam known as “pig butchering.” A new scam involving fraudsters who feign romantic interest to trick victims into investing in cryptocurrencies is gaining in…

2024-2-27 14:44	Cryptocurrency
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MicroStrategy’s X account hacked, $440k drained from victims via fake MSTR airdrop

Hackers breached MicroStrategy’s X account, sharing a scam link that led to the theft of nearly $500k in crypto. MicroStrategy, the world’s largest corporate Bitcoin holder, fell victim to a cyberattack on its X account on Feb. 26, with hackers…

2024-2-27 10:30	MicroStrategy
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Scammers target victims with real crypto in new address poisoning attack

Blockchain analysts alarm about a novel attack vector, where bad actors are poisoning addresses with real crypto. Cyvers’ analysts have issued a warning about a newly identified phishing scam targeting crypto users, particularly those dealing with Ethereum (ETH). According to…

2024-2-17 11:15	ethereum
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Scammers drained nearly $300m in 2023, data shows

Wallet drainers have stolen $295 million in cryptocurrencies from about 324,000 victims in 2023, Scam Sniffer reports. According to Scam Sniffer’s latest research report, the scale of wallet drainer-reported incidents continue to underscore the severity of the issue, with nearly…

2024-1-2 13:48	USDC
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Google and X used by scammers to steal $58 million from victims

Research by Scam Sniffer traces how scammers continue to steal millions in crypto by adapting phishing sites on Google and X.

2024-1-4 21:47	News
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Crypto Scam Artist Obliged To Pay $1.2M For NFT Theft By Impersonating Apple Support

In the latest crypto investigation by US authorities, a Los Angeles man was sentenced to eight years in federal prison and ordered to pay $1.2 million in restitution to his victims for orchestrating a series of scams in which he posed as an Apple support representative and stole non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and cryptocurrency. Amir Hossein […]

2023-11-29 05:00
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Scam crypto malware Inferno Drainer decides ‘to move on’ after stealing $80m

Multi-chain crypto scam service Inferno Drainer has halted its service ‘for good and won’t return again.’ A multi-chain cryptocurrency scam service Inferno Drainer is going dark “for good” after stealing $80 million from victims. According to a Telegram post published…

2023-11-27 12:08	Telegram
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Dirty Crypto: $9 Million In Tether Seized By Feds In Silicon Valley

Federal investigators had confiscated $9 million worth of crypto connected to a Silicon Valley-based cyber scam group that had taken advantage of over 70 victims, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California disclosed on Tuesday.

2023-11-23 16:00	Tether
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DoJ captures $9m in Tether’s USDT from “pig butchering” operation

The Justice Department said the funds were stolen from over 70 victims who fell prey to a relationship scam, adding that USDT issuer Tether aided the seizure.

2023-11-22 22:22	Tether
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CertiK and ZachXBT impersonators stole over $300k in crypto

Fraudsters have created multiple fake accounts on X, impersonating crypto scam investigators CertiK and ZachXBT. Scammers are now cloning legitimate crypto investigators by impersonating them on X to defraud victims.

2023-11-16 17:17	Uniswap
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Kraken Assists UK Crime Victims In Recovering $2 Million Stolen Crypto

In an effort dubbed “Operation Hyphen,” Kraken, the renowned cryptocurrency exchange, collaborated with the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit (SEROCU) to recover and return over $2 million worth of stolen cryptocurrency linked to a major crypto scam.

2023-11-10 05:00
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Broker Complaint Alert (Bca) Marks 3 Years of Successful Crypto Scam Recovery, Bringing Hope to Victims Worldwide

Broker Complaint Alert (BCA) Celebrates 3 Remarkable Years of Helping Victims of Crypto Scams Recover Their Lost Crypto. Broker Complaint Alert (BCA) celebrates 3 years of offering one of the best and most remarkable crypto recovery experiences.

2023-11-8 09:31	Press releases
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Broker Complaint Alert (BCA) Marks 3 Years of Remarkable Success in Helping Crypto Scam Victims Recover Lost Assets

Broker Complaint Alert (BCA) is celebrating a significant milestone as it completes its third year of tirelessly assisting victims of crypto scams in recovering their lost assets. According to an official announcement today, BCA has just achieved 3 years of success in the field of crypto recovery despite the numerous cases of fraudulent activities that […]

2023-11-8 01:55	Press Release
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Broker Complaint Alert (BCA) Marks 3 Years of Successful Crypto Scam Recovery, Bringing Hope to Victims Worldwide

Alpharetta, USA, November 7th, 2023, Chainwire “Just like there’s a possibility and time for loss, there’s always time for recovery” – Jenny Brown, head of the Recovery Technical Team at BCA.

2023-11-7 22:58	Press Release
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Broker Complaint Alert (BCA) Marks 3 Years of Successful Crypto Scam Recovery, Bringing Hope to Victims Worldwide

2023-11-7 21:04	Press releases
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Broker Complaint Alert (BCA) Marks 3 Years of Successful Crypto Scam Recovery, Bringing Hope to Victims Worldwide

Broker Complaint Alert (BCA) celebrates 3 remarkable years of helping victims of crypto scams recover their lost crypto.

2023-11-8 14:00	BNC insights
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Crypto Recovery: Report Scammed Bitcoin (RSB) Reveals Great News of Crypto Recovery for Victims of Crypto Scam

New York, USA, November 2nd, 2023, Chainwire Great crypto recovery news for victims of crypto scam. A relief fund has been set up to help victims of crypto scams to recover their money lost to crypto scams.

2023-11-3 17:38	Press releases
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Bitcoin Swindler Faces Justice: Victim-Led Investigation Halts Global Crypto Scam

In a twist of irony, a Bitcoin scammer who portrayed himself as a beacon of safety in the crypto world has been unmasked and prosecuted, not by law enforcement, but by the very victims the scammer defrauded, according to a recent report from BBC.

2023-9-23 01:00
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OneCoin Co-Founder’s Fate: Two Decades In Prison And A $300 Million Fine

Karl Greenwood, co-founder of the OneCoin cryptocurrency scam, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison and ordered to repay $300 million. This scam, associated with the notorious “Cryptoqueen” Ruja Ignatova, defrauded millions of victims worldwide, resulting in a total loss of $4 billion.

2023-9-13 10:10
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Thailand Authorities Bust $27 Million Crypto Scam, Over 3,200 Victims Affected

In a recent development from Thailand, authorities uncovered a massive crypto scam targeting local investors, with damages amounting to more than $27 million. In collaboration with international bodies, local enforcement agencies went after a fraudulent investment platform, leading to multiple arrests and property seizures.

2023-9-12 03:00	Thailand
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Thai officials arrest five in connection with $76m crypto scam

Four Chinese nationals and a Lao citizen were arrested over their role in a cryptocurrency fraud that caused victims 2.7 billion Baht (approximately 76 million) worth of losses.

2023-9-12 02:22	Thailand
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Thai authorities arrest 5 in 3,200-victim, $27M crypto scam

Victims lost over $27 million worth of Thai baht after investing in a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment platform.

2023-9-12 17:02
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US court finds South African firm guilty in major crypto scam

Mirror Trading International (MTI) is convicted by a U.S. court for deceiving victims in a Bitcoin scam, facing a restitution order of $1.7 billion. The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) revealed that Mirror Trading International Proprietary Limited (MTI) has…

2023-9-8 13:43	United States
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Mirror Trading International to pay $1.7B in restitution to victims of Bitcoin investment scam

The U. S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced on Sept. 7 the outcome of a case against a South African company involved in crypto fraud. The CFTC said that a judge has entered a consent order against Mirror Trading International Proprietary Limited (MTI), finding the company liable for several types of fraud.

2023-9-8 04:20	Regulation
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Tennessee Couple Allegedly Defrauded Over 100 Victims in $6 Million Commodity Pool Scam

Two Tennessee residents face charges of operationg a wide-ranging commodity pool scam. The post Tennessee Couple Allegedly Defrauded Over 100 Victims in $6 Million Commodity Pool Scam appeared first on BeInCrypto.

2023-7-25 18:20	regulation news
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Gas Token Scam: Exploiting Binance Smart Chain’s Refund Feature

A scam that tricks victims into revoking fake contracts to steal funds has emerged following the recent Multichain bridge hack. The post Gas Token Scam: Exploiting Binance Smart Chain’s Refund Feature appeared first on BeInCrypto.

2023-7-10 16:15	security
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Scam Alert: Multichain Hack Victims Targeted by Fantom (FTM) Impersonators

Beware of scam: No, Fantom Foundation does not plan to reward those affected by Multichain saga with FTM tokens

2023-7-9 23:39
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Google Bares $1 Million Protection Plan For Crypto Mining Scam Victims

Google Cloud has unveiled an unprecedented addition to its robust risk-management solution and Security Command Center Premium service. In a bold move, Google confidently asserts its ability to swiftly identify and thwart the insidious threat of cryptomining scams through this cutting-edge offering.

2023-6-9 12:48
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Phishing Attack Strikes Pepe Holder, Causing $450K Loss

Scam Sniffer has revealed that an individual possessing Pepe lost more than $450,000 due to a phishing scam, a nefarious scheme that has illicitly accumulated over $7 million from unaware victims.

2023-6-3 15:37	DeFi News
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PSYOP creator Ben.eth vows to refund victims after Steve Aoki hack leads to $170k in losses

Ben. eth, the founder of $PSYOP, promised to refund everyone who lost their Ethereum to a phishing scam that he quote-tweeted to his followers. He asked victims to reach out via email and confirm they had their funds stolen.

2023-5-27 20:22	People
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Crypto influencer promotes scam, reimburses victims and apologizes

Crypto influencer Eunice D. Wong has recently come under fire for promoting a scam memecoin known as ThaddeusToken.

2023-5-17 17:12	Scam
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Crypto scammers abuse 'lax' UK company laws to fool victims: Report

A report suggests companies are able to register in the U.K. very easily which makes them appear more credible to potential scam victims.

2023-2-1 05:49
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‘Pig Butchering’ Crypto Scam: Europol Seizes $1 Million, Arrests 15 In Massive Call Center Fraud

European authorities detained 15 suspected crypto scam individuals and shuttered a large-scale operation of call center networks that allegedly stole hundreds of millions of euros from victims by selling counterfeit digital currencies.

2023-1-15 09:11
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BitConnect’s Victims to Receive $17M in Restitution Seized From Scam’s Promoter

A California judge has ordered $17 million in restitution to be paid out to hundreds of victims of the BitConnect Ponzi scheme, the infamous global scam that collapsed in 2018.

2023-1-14 19:43	policy
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New NFT private auction scam threatens OpenSea users

Phishing sites are making the private auction feature look like a way to log in, luring victims to give up their NFTs unknowingly.

2022-12-24 12:10
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Ep08- Uganda – Companion Guide For BBC’s “The Missing Cryptoqueen” Podcast

The production team flew to Uganda for what was supposed to be “The Missing Cryptoqueen’s” last episode. They wanted to show how far the OneCoin scam traveled and what it did to its victims. The results are devastating.

2022-12-20 15:31
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Crypto Scam Victims File Arbitration Demand Against Coinbase

Disgruntled users are taking legal action against Coinbase exchange after being scammed by fraudsters

2022-10-15 19:00
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New crypto scam targets tech savvy individuals

A San Francisco Examiner report has revealed that two tech-savvy individuals were victims of an elaborate crypto scam that led to the loss of $2.5 million. The post New crypto scam targets tech savvy individuals appeared first on CryptoSlate.

2022-6-4 09:00
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Crypto Scam Victims to Recover Their Funds with MetaMask's New Collaboration

Thanks to partnership with Asset Reality, MetaMask will create a mechanism for recovering stolen assets

2022-5-27 17:38
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New Zealand Police investigate allegedly fraudulent crypto platform Quwiex

The Auckland City Financial Crime Unit is investigating Quwiex Limited, a self-proclaimed crypto platform, after multiple reports from victims that the platform is a scam, according to an RNZ report.

2022-5-24 02:30
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U.S. Senator Says Terra Investors May Be Victims of Fraud

Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey believes that the failed blockchain project may be a scam

2022-5-23 23:31
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Shiba Inu Developer Issues Scam Warning

One of the leading Shiba Inu developers has warned about a scam token that is attempting to part unsuspected victims with their money

2022-4-23 22:07
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Crypto scammer pleads guilty to AI trading bot scam

A cryptocurrency scammer has pleaded guilty to defrauding multiple individuals by promising lucrative gains via an artificial intelligence-powered trading bot. According to a report from 5news, Kolin Lukas Deshazo, a resident of Springdale, California, orchestrated a cryptocurrency investment scam involving…

Accidental $6.8m transfer lands Crypto.com user in prison

After a two-year trial, Jatinder Singh has been sentenced to three years in prison following a case in which Crypto.com accidentally sent him over $6.5 million. In a high-profile case involving one of the world’s leading crypto exchanges, an Australian…

Canadian regulator finds crypto platform ezBtc diverted over $9m in assets

The B.C. Securities Commission has ruled that the crypto platform ezBtc defrauded its customers, diverting $9.4 million to gambling, personal use. A panel from Canada‘s British Columbia Securities Commission has found that a crypto trading platform based in British Columbia,…

Crypto scammers target Indian doctor via ‘drugs in parcel’ scam

A doctor in India was duped by crypto scammers into transferring funds worth over $35,000 as a part of a drugs-in-parcel scam. According to reports from local media, the victim, a resident of the state of Maharashtra, received a call…

Dormant Ethereum wallet moved funds from $2b PlusToken scam

Hundreds of wallets started moving around 2,800 tokens from a $2 billion Ethereum cache linked to the 2020 PlusToken Ponzi scheme in China. Ethereum (ETH) dipped around 2% after several wallets began transferring funds from a 789,533 Ether chest early…

Australia’s police joins global campaign to disrupt crypto scams

The Australian Federal Police has teamed up with Chainalysis to identify over 2,000 compromised crypto wallets belonging to Australians. Australia‘s national policing agency, the Australian Federal Police, has partnered with blockchain forensic firm Chainalysis to combat crypto scammers as the…

Approval phishing scams ‘a much bigger problem’ than first thought

Since May 2021, a staggering $2.7 billion has been lost to approval phishing attacks — and a multinational operation led to one victim being identified in the middle of a scam. A widespread operation has been launched to thwart cybercriminals…

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