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U.S. SEC Charges Two Brothers in $60M Ponzi Scam Using a Crypto Platform
27.8.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged brothers Jonathan and Tanner Adam of attempting to defraud more than 80 investors with a $60 million Ponzi scheme involving a crypto asset trading platform, it announced on Monday
SEC charges siblings over $60M Ponzi touting a crypto trading bot
27.8.2024
The SEC has accused the two brothers of using investor money to fund lavish lifestyles, including the purchase of cars and a multimillion-dollar condominium.
SEC charges siblings over $60M Ponzi touting a crypto trading bot
27.8.2024
The SEC has accused the two brothers of using investor money to fund lavish lifestyles, including the purchase of cars and a multimillion-dollar condominium.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
26.8.2024
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation
OmegaPro Co-Founder Arrested in Turkey on Suspicion of $4B Ponzi Scheme: Reports
22.8.2024
The firm said it invested in cryptocurrency and forex, and reportedly collapsed in 2022
Montenegro arrests executive suspected of $21M crypto fraud
21.8.2024
Montenegrin police arrested FutureNet co-founder Roman Ziemian, alleging he was living under a false identity in the country’s capital city
Man allegedly tries to ‘recover’ losses from BitConnect, kidnapping two
19.8.2024
Indian authorities have arrested a man for allegedly kidnapping two employees of BitConnect creator Satish Kumbhani and extorting $125 million in crypto
Brazilian Judge Ends Inquiry Into Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme Mastermind’s Death
17.8.2024
A Brazilian federal judge has ordered criminal charges against Johann Steynberg, the late CEO of the bitcoin trading platform Mirror Trading International (MTI), to be dropped after a police investigation confirmed reports of his death. The order was handed down by Judge Silvio Gemaque, who said...
Why is Bitcoin price down today?
7.8.2024
Bitcoin price is down today, reminding traders that the recent sell-off might not be over
Long-Dormant Wallets Tied to $4B PlusToken China Ponzi Moves 2.8K Ether
7.8.2024
In November 2020, Chinese authorities seized almost $4 billion worth of various tokens, including ETH, bitcoin (BTC), dogecoin (DOGE), xrp (XRP), among others
Plus Token Ponzi-linked wallet moves $2B ETH after 3.3 years of dormancy
7.8.2024
After 3.3 years of inactivity, cryptocurrency wallets linked to the Plus Token Ponzi scheme move $2 billion in Ether (ETH), potentially impacting the market
Indian Court Reaffirms Legality of Cryptocurrency, Grants Bail to Yes World CEO
3.8.2024
The Orissa High Court in India has reaffirmed that cryptocurrency trading and transactions are neither banned nor deemed illegal in India. Citing the legality of crypto, the court granted bail to Sandeep Chowdhury, CEO of Yes World, who was accused of defrauding investors through a Ponzi scheme...
Why is Bitcoin price down today?
1.8.2024
Bitcoin price drops after the Federal Reserve's meeting, Mt. Gox transfers, and other bearish catalysts
Why is Bitcoin price down today?
23.7.2024
Bitcoin price is down today as Mt. Gox shifts more BTC and creditors confirm that they received their repayments at the Kraken exchange
Why is Bitcoin price down today?
23.7.2024
Bitcoin price is down today as Mt. Gox shifts more BTC and creditors confirm that they received their repayments at the Kraken exchange
2 Promoters of Forcount Crypto Ponzi Scheme Plead Guilty to Wire Fraud Conspiracy
23.7.2024
Two more promoters of the Forcount crypto ponzi scheme – a Brazil-based scam that bilked Spanish-speaking investors out of $8.4 million between 2017 and 2021 – have pleaded guilty to their roles in the scheme
Judge labels 2 obscure altcoins as commodities in $120M Ponzi case
4.7.2024
An Illinois judge has sided with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission in a crypto fraud case, labelling two altcoins, OHM and KLIMA, as commodities
Philippine SEC Warns Against Skyline Crypto and Dry Goods Trading Investments
20.6.2024
The Securities and Exchange Commission of the Philippines issued an advisory on Wednesday to inform the public that Skyline Crypto and Dry Goods Trading is not authorized to solicit investments from the public. The company has been offering investment opportunities online, promising returns of...
Indian Authority Cracks Down on Highrich Online’s Crypto Operations
16.6.2024
India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted searches that uncovered a Ponzi scheme involving cryptocurrency operations and HR Crypto Coin, leading to significant asset seizures and freezing. The coins were part of the scheme, luring people to invest with promises of a 15% annual...
Landmark Ruling: Crypto Dealings Not Illegal in India, Says High Court
14.6.2024
The Orissa High Court in India ruled that cryptocurrency dealings are not illegal under Indian law. This decision arose from a case involving individuals accused of fraud through a Ponzi scheme. Justice Sasikanta Mishra clarified that cryptocurrency is not considered money under the Prize Chits...