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Leading the Fight Against Financial Crime – Financial Crime 360
2.9.2024
The Payments Association is thrilled to announce Financial Crime 360, a groundbreaking event that addresses the critical issues…
Grand Theft Auto Comes To Life In Punk Singer’s Alleged Crime Spree And High-Speed Chase
1.9.2024
Sometimes we come across news that makes it seem is if there are real life “Grand Theft Auto” characters walking among us. Take the lead singer of an LA punk band who made his way to the other wise peaceful region of Yosemite National Park and allegedly spent the day tearing shit up in a very...
CEO of South Korean Crypto Firm Haru Invest Stabbed During Trial: Reuters
29.8.2024
The executive was taken to hospital; his injuries were not life threatening
How Big Tech handles privacy and governments’ data demands
29.8.2024
When privacy is at stake, how do tech leaders respond to government demands? Take a look at the tactics of the Big Five
36% Chance for Durov’s Freedom in August: Polymarket’s High-Stakes Bet on Telegram Founder’s Fate
26.8.2024
According to the blockchain-powered prediction market Polymarket, bettors are giving Telegram founder Pavel Durov a 36% chance of being released this month. Durov was taken into custody by French judicial police at Le Bourget airport in France, facing allegations related to facilitating crimes such...
Russian Cybercriminal Extradited to US in Crypto Crime Case
26.8.2024
A Russian cybercriminal, Deniss Zolotarjovs, has been charged in the U.S. with crimes related to his involvement in a cybercrime organization known for extorting victims and laundering cryptocurrency. The 33-year-old Moscow resident was indicted in Cincinnati, Ohio, on charges of conspiracy...
China Deports MBI Founder From Thailand for Crypto Crime of Over $13B
23.8.2024
China has deported the first suspect of the crypto crime, an MBI group founder from Thailand. As per…
Crypto pyramid scheme leader extradited to China after global pursuit
23.8.2024
As digital currencies continue to gain popularity worldwide, the risk of related economic crimes also increases
CluCoin Founder Pleads Guilty to Stealing $1.1M of Investor Funds for Online Gambling
22.8.2024
The founder of Miami-based crypto project CluCoin has pleaded guilty to stealing over $1 million from investors and spending the money at online casinos
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
7 Arrested in Illegal Bitcoin Mining Crackdown in Malaysia
21.8.2024
Seven individuals were arrested in Malaysia during a special operation targeting illegal bitcoin mining in Bandar Baru Salak Tinggi and Taman Putra Perdana. The operation, which involved coordinated efforts by law enforcement, focused on detecting and stopping bitcoin mining activities linked...
China Supreme Court revises Anti-Money Laundering law to include ‘virtual assets’
20.8.2024
Supreme People’s Procuratorate said there has been a 20-fold increase in people prosecuted for money laundering since 2019.
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
Indian Authority Arrests Man in Crypto Extortion Case
18.8.2024
A Gujarat-based man, Shailesh Babulal Bhatt, was arrested under the anti-money laundering law in connection with kidnapping and extortion cases, including a significant cryptocurrency-related crime exceeding Rs 1,200 crore ($144 million), according to the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Bhatt...
Crypto Crime Shifts Gears: $1.58B Stolen as Ransomware Hits $459.8M
16.8.2024
The cryptocurrency world has witnessed a shift in illicit activities, according to the latest mid-year report from blockchain…
Paraguayan Justice System Achieves Conviction for Power Theft Crime Linked to Cryptocurrency Mining
16.8.2024
The Paraguayan justice system has reached a milestone by achieving its second conviction related to a power theft crime linked to cryptocurrency mining. Carlos Raul Rojas, the owner of a dwelling where over 1,000 cryptocurrency miners operated, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for causing over...
Malaysian kidnappers abducted Chinese man for $1M USDT: Report
15.8.2024
Six Malaysian nationals, including a couple, have been charged with kidnapping a Chinese citizen and demanding a ransom of $1 million in Tether (USDT)
Binance Security Team Recovers $73 Million in Stolen Crypto Funds This Year
9.8.2024
Crypto exchange Binance’s security team has recovered or frozen over $73 million in stolen user funds so far this year, surpassing the $55 million recovered in 2023. This achievement highlights the company’s commitment to improving cryptocurrency security. Binance Recovers $73 Million...
DOJ recommends harsher sentences AI-enhanced crimes
7.8.2024
Using AI to plan, commit, or help cover up a plan could lead to harsher sentencing in the US soon
DOJ recommends harsher sentences AI-enhanced crimes
7.8.2024
Using AI to plan, commit, or help cover up a plan could lead to harsher sentencing in the US soon