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Norwegian Authorities Seize Crypto Worth $6M From Axie Infinity Heist With FBI’s Help
18.2.2023
Norwegian authorities, in collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), have allegedly seized about $6 million that was stolen in last year’s Axie Infinity heist. “It is the biggest crypto seizure Norwegian police have ever...
US authorities seize crypto website Bitzlato as part of international enforcement action
18.1.2023
U.S. Department of Justice to announce enforcement action against Bitzlato exchange
Israeli court rules authorities can seize crypto in 150 blacklisted wallets
19.12.2022
Over 150 crypto wallets blacklisted for alleged links to funding terror groups can now be drained of all funds following a ruling by an Israeli court
IRS Building ‘Hundreds’ of Crypto Cases — Official Says $7 Billion in Crypto Seized in 2022
8.11.2022
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is building “hundreds” of crypto cases to crack down on tax evasion, an official reportedly said. In the fiscal year 2022, the IRS Criminal Investigation Division seized about $7 billion in cryptocurrency, which was double the previous year’s...
OSCE Trains Uzbekistan Law Enforcement to Track and Seize Crypto, Search Dark Web
22.10.2022
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) has set out to teach law enforcement officers in Uzbekistan how to conduct crypto and dark web investigations. The regional body recently organized a training course for employees of the country’s security agencies in Tashkent....
Uzbeki police get 'how to seize crypto' training from UN security org
21.10.2022
Uzbekistan's law enforcers were educated on the topics of blockchain analysis and crypto seizure methods
Turkish Authorities Seize Crypto Worth $40M in Illegal Gambling Sting
20.10.2022
A crackdown on illegal gambling in Turkey has led to the seizure of $40 million in crypto, according to the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office
UK Wants to Make It Easier to Seize Crypto in Terrorism Cases
14.10.2022
The government wants to mirror planned changes to the Economic Crime and Transparency bill to enable authorities to swiftly seize crypto assets linked to terrorist activities
ePayments Loses Battle with UK Regulator, Japanese Police Will Be Able to Seize Crypto + More News
13.9.2022
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New French Bill Could Give Authorities Powers to Seize Crypto Assets
9.9.2022
The country joins the U.K. in seeking to ensure police can get their hands on criminals’ bitcoin
US Seizes Cryptocurrency Worth $30 Million From North Korean Hackers
9.9.2022
Blockchain data analytics firm Chainalysis has revealed that U.S. authorities have seized cryptocurrency worth $30 million from North Korean hackers. “This marks the first time ever that cryptocurrency stolen by a North Korean hacking group has been seized, and we’re confident...
Korean police seize crypto for unpaid traffic fines in trial
18.8.2022
Local police in a suburb of Seoul have the authority to seize crypto in order to clear the balance of delinquent fines from traffic violations
Victorian police to get 'greater power' to seize crypto assets from criminals
4.8.2022
The new bill will also compel cryptocurrency exchanges to hand over information that could assist police in criminal investigations
Japanese Justice Ministry Wants Law Enforcers to Have Power to Seize Crypto
7.6.2022
Japan’s Ministry of Justice wants to give courts and police officers the power to seize cryptoassets in criminal cases – and could allow the state to take control of tokens that have been used in money laundering operations....
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UK Promises New Laws to Promote, Seize Crypto
10.5.2022
Prince Charles promised legislation on economic crime and financial services as he formally opened a new session of parliament
Belarus Adopts Legal Procedure for Seizure of Illicit Cryptocurrency
21.4.2022
Implementing a recently signed presidential decree, the government of Belarus has introduced a procedure allowing the state to seize digital currency holdings. The move will grant law enforcement authorities in Minsk powers to seize crypto assets linked to illegal activities. Justice Ministry...
eBay's Crypto Teaser, UK Seeks More Power to Seize Crypto + More News
28.2.2022
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UK Government Wants More Power to Seize Crypto Assets: Report
28.2.2022
The U.K. government is proposing a set of reforms giving it greater powers to seize crypto assets to tackle money laundering
Russian Intelligence Service Wants More Power to Seize Crypto, Freeze Wallets
10.12.2021
Russia’s answer to the American FBI, the Investigative Committee of Russia, has called upon the government to grant it the power to seize crypto and freeze wallets.
In an interview with the media outlet Rossiyskaya Gazeta, the committee’s Chairman Alexander Bastrykin stated that...
Dutch Authorities Seize Cryptocurrency Worth Over 25 Million Euros
14.11.2021
Dutch authorities have seized more than 25 million euros in cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin and ether, from dozens of suspects in criminal cases. “Cryptocurrencies are widely used as a means of payment for various types of crime,” said the Netherlands’ Public Prosecution...