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User loses $32 million spWETH in a sophisticated phishing attack
28.9.2024
According to crypto security firm Scam Sniffer, 9,145 users were victims of phishing attacks during August 2024, losing funds as a result
User loses $32 million spWETH in a sophisticated phishing attack
28.9.2024
According to crypto security firm Scam Sniffer, 9,145 users were victims of phishing attacks during August 2024 and lost funds as a result
US Authorities Bust Billion-Dollar Crypto Laundering Network, Charge 2 Russians
27.9.2024
Two Russian nationals have been charged with running a massive money laundering network that processed billions through cryptocurrency exchanges, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced. These exchanges, including Cryptex and Joker’s Stash, enabled criminals to bypass regulations and funnel...
US sanctions Russian crypto platforms for money laundering ties
26.9.2024
Two crypto exchanges and two individuals have been sanctioned for ties to underground finance
Russia’s Cybercrime Damage Exceeds $1.25 Billion in 2024, Minister Says
26.9.2024
Russian Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev has revealed that cybercrime damage in Russia has surpassed $1.25 billion so far this year, with both individuals and organizations, including government bodies, as frequent targets. He highlighted that cybercrime now represents 40% of all crimes...
Been scammed? ‘Crypto crimestoppers’ claim to help get crypto back
25.9.2024
Private investigation firm Lionsgate claims it can help recover stolen crypto when going straight to the police fails
Been scammed? ‘Crypto crimestoppers’ claim to help get crypto back
25.9.2024
Private investigation firm Lionsgate claims it can help recover stolen crypto when going straight to the police fails
BingX confirms the resumption of withdrawal services following hack
20.9.2024
Monetary losses from the BingX hack were initially reported as totaling $26 million, but the figure has since swelled to $52 million
BingX confirms the resumption of withdrawal services following hack
20.9.2024
Monetary losses from the BingX hack were initially reported as totaling $26 million, but the figure has since swelled to $52 million
Bull cycles spark ‘some seemingly rational reason’ to compromise security: Ledger exec
20.9.2024
Ian Rogers of Ledger stresses the importance of self-custody and warns against complacency during crypto market booms
Bull cycles spark ‘some seemingly rational reason’ to compromise security: Ledger exec
20.9.2024
Ian Rogers of Ledger stresses the importance of self-custody and warns against complacency during crypto market booms
German Authorities Shut Down 47 Crypto Exchange Services in Cybercrime Crackdown
20.9.2024
German authorities have dismantled 47 exchange services involved in facilitating anonymous crypto transactions for criminal activities. These platforms bypassed anti-money laundering protocols, enabling cybercriminals to exchange digital currencies without identity verification. The takedown...
US prosecutors oppose Mango Market exploiter's motion for acquittal
19.9.2024
Following the exploit, Eisenberg claimed he negotiated a settlement with Mango Markets' insurance fund to ensure users retained their money
Indian crypto exchange WazirX struggles to recover funds 60 days after hack
19.9.2024
WazirX’s $235 million hack recovery efforts face hurdles as internal findings yield little to no significant breakthroughs.
US Lawmaker Urges Release of Jailed Binance Employee
19.9.2024
A U.S. lawmaker is calling for the release of a detained Binance executive in Nigeria. Representative James Hill believes the executive, Tigran Gambaryan, has significantly contributed to combating cybercrime in the U.S. and should not be abandoned. Hill expressed concern that the continued...
Bitcoin Extortion Emails Demand Ransom, Show Google Maps of Victims’ Homes
13.9.2024
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has alerted Minden, Nevada, residents to a scam involving threatening emails aimed at extorting money through bitcoin. The emails claim to possess personal details such as the victim’s home address, phone number, and internet browsing history....
New Android malware steals private keys from screenshots and images
6.9.2024
According to a recent FBI warning, North Korean hackers are "aggressively targeting" the crypto industry with “well-disguised” attacks
Penpie protocol exploited, suffers $27M loss
3.9.2024
Cryptocurrency hacks have stolen $1.21 billion in funds so far in 2024, a 15.5% increase from 2023.
Penpie protocol exploited, suffers $27M loss
3.9.2024
Cryptocurrency hacks have stolen $1.21 billion in funds so far in 2024, a 15.5% increase from 2023.
Missouri Man Arrested for Extorting Former Employer With Bitcoin Ransom
29.8.2024
A Missouri man, Daniel Rhyne, was arrested for attempting to extort his former employer, a New Jersey-based industrial company. Rhyne, a former core infrastructure engineer for the company, allegedly sent an extortion email on Nov. 25, 2023, claiming to have locked out or deleted the company’s...