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Istanbul Police Arrest Omegapro Managers Over $4 Billion Crypto Fraud Scheme
8.9.2024
Two managers from the now-defunct crypto fraudulent investment platform Omegapro were arrested in Istanbul, according to Turkish media reports. Dutch executive Robert Velghe was arrested Tuesday, following the July arrest of Swedish co-founder Andreas Szakacs. Omegapro, founded in 2018...
Crypto scams involving Bitcoin ATMs explode by 1,000% since 2020: FTC
4.9.2024
As Bitcoin ATM scams surge, particularly targeting older adults, the FTC and industry leaders stress the importance of caution and preventive measures
Washington State Probes Alleged Crypto Fraud Linked to Fake Nasdaq Exchange
30.8.2024
The financial watchdog in Washington State is currently probing a complaint regarding a cryptocurrency platform that allegedly purports to be associated with the Nasdaq Stock Exchange. This inquiry began after an investor reportedly put in $200,000 following a solicitation on Facebook that...
Clucoin Founder Pleads Guilty to Crypto Fraud, Confesses to Personal Use of Investor Funds
23.8.2024
The founder of cryptocurrency project Clucoin has pled guilty to wire fraud, admitting to diverting $1.14 million in investor funds for personal use, including gambling. Despite promoting the cryptocurrency for charitable causes, Taylor used his social media influence to attract investments, which...
OmegaPro co-founder arrested over $4 billion crypto scam
23.8.2024
Andreas Szakacs, the co-founder of OmegaPro was arrested in Turkey in relation to his alleged involvement in a multi-billion-dollar crypto scheme.
FBI will use NFTs to contact victims of crypto fraud scheme Clucoin
23.8.2024
The FBI will notify victims of a $1.1 million fraud scheme through NFTs after the founder pled guilty to using the funds to fund his online gambling habit.
Arizona AG Warns Scammers Always Find New Ways to Steal Your Money With Crypto
22.8.2024
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has issued a warning about the rising threat of cryptocurrency scams targeting vulnerable individuals, especially seniors. These scams include fraudulent investment schemes, impersonation of businesses or government entities, and blackmail, exploiting...
Another Crypto 'Fraudster' Arrested in Montenegro, Where Do Kwon Awaits Extradition: Reports
21.8.2024
Polish national Roman Ziemian, the co-founder of digital currency trading platform FutureNet who allegedly defrauded users out of around $21 million has been detained in Montenegro, according to multiple reports citing an announcement from the nation's police
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
Former Bank CEO Sentenced to Prison for $47M Crypto Fraud Leading to Bank Collapse
21.8.2024
The former CEO of failed Heartland Tri-State Bank was sentenced to over 24 years in prison for embezzling more than $47 million in a fraudulent crypto scheme that caused the bank’s collapse. He funneled the stolen funds into cryptocurrency wallets linked to a “pig butchering”...
Binance Security Saves Millions from Crypto Fraud
20.8.2024
Binance prevented over $2.4 billion in fraud losses in 2024 and saved over 1.2 million users. The company’s…
Australia took down 600 crypto scams, says AI will make it worse
19.8.2024
Australia’s financial markets regulator says due to the evolving nature of technology, it’s becoming increasingly challenging for consumers to identify fraudulent schemes
New Hampshire Regulator Orders Cease and Desist Against Finstate Investment for Crypto Fraud
19.8.2024
The New Hampshire Bureau of Securities Regulation has issued a cease and desist order against Finstate Investment LLC, accusing it of defrauding investors via a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment website. Finstate allegedly misrepresented account activity and offered illegal guarantees against...
Canadian crypto exchange gambled away $9.5M of users’ Bitcoin and Ether
13.8.2024
The British Columbia Securities Commission reveals how ezBtc’s founder misappropriated millions in customer funds for personal use, leading to significant investor losses
Canadian crypto exchange gambled away $9.5M users’ Bitcoin and Ether
13.8.2024
The British Columbia Securities Commission reveals how ezBtc’s founder misappropriated millions in customer funds for personal use, leading to significant investor losses
SEC Charges Novatech in $650 Million Crypto Fraud Scheme
13.8.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged the masterminds behind Novatech with running a fraudulent $650 million crypto scheme. Novatech allegedly operated as a multi-level marketing and crypto asset investment program, where most investor funds were misappropriated to...
SEC and Ideanomics settle in fraudulent $40M crypto revenue reporting
10.8.2024
The Ideanomics case exemplifies the potential consequences of misleading financial practices and reinforces the need for rigorous compliance with federal securities laws
Eisenberg seeks to have Mango Markets fraud convictions thrown out
7.8.2024
Eisenberg has insisted all along that his actions on Mango Markets were legal trading and not fraud or market manipulation
Eisenberg seeks to have Mango Markets fraud convictions thrown out
7.8.2024
Eisenberg has insisted all along that his actions on Mango Markets were legal trading and not fraud or market manipulation
FBI issues warning about scammers impersonating crypto exchanges
2.8.2024
The FBI urges victims to report scam activities through official channels and provide any transaction information related to the scam