Ronin Bridge Hack: U.S. seizes $30 million worth crypto assets
The United States seized $30 million worth of cryptocurrency stolen by North Korea-linked hackers. The news was released by blockchain data platform Chainalysis. In a recently...
Money laundering at Bitfinex: Husband faces pre-trial detention, wife receives bail
Ilya Lichtenstein was ordered held in pre-trial detention by the judge, who claimed he had the motive and resources to flee and could become a...
Attackers stole $34 million from 483 accounts, according to the Crypto.com hack.
On 17 January, the leading cryptocurrency exchange crypto.com experienced a breach on its platform, and the community has been waiting for a detailed analysis of...
The creator of the ‘Evolved Apes’ NFT allegedly flees with $2.7 million.
While efforts are underway to apprehend the alleged perpetrator, some members of the NFT project are attempting to continue development of the game. Investors in...
Can the US State Department’s “foray into cryptocurrency” eventually put a stop to cybercrime?
A recent increase in exploits and illegal activities has prompted authorities throughout the world to take more vigilant in curbing the same through regulatory measures....
The FBI has joined the Mirror Trading investigation in Africa to assist in the recovery of US investor funds.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has joined the investigation into one of 2020's largest alleged cryptocurrency scams. The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation is...
Police in Japan have apprehended the accused masterminds of a $55 million ‘AI-led’ cryptocurrency fraud.
Four individuals were detained in Aichi Prefecture on suspicion of conducting a fraudulent cryptocurrency scam that attracted 20,000 Japanese investors and raised 6 billion yen....
The worst fraud ever, with two brothers walking away with 69,000 Bitcoin
Because of several unique stories, the bitcoin industry has gained traction throughout the world. From the Silk Road to MT Gox, this industry is full...
Bitcoin Ponzi Scammer Arrested by Jakarta Police for Sexual Assault
Russ Albert Medlin — co-founder of alleged crypto Ponzi scheme BitClub — was arrested in South Jakarta for sexual assault on minors. Russ Albert Medlin...
Israeli Software Firm Goes Behind Regulator’s Back to Pay $250,000 in BTC Ransom
Israel-based Sapiens reportedly paid in Bitcoins for a ransom requested during an attack that reportedly happened between March and April. An Israel-based company reportedly paid...