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Korea and US agree to share investigation data on Tera-Luna
6.7.2022
The two nations have agreed to share their investigation data on the ongoing crypto-related cases including Terra Luna
Chainalysis exec touts blockchain analysis to Senate homeland security committee
7.6.2022
Three experts from the private sector appeared before the Senate committee Tuesday to talk about ransomware attacks and how to combat them
Crypto mixer sanctioned by US Treasury for role in Axie Infinity hack
6.5.2022
The crypto mixer is said to have processed $20.5 million out of the $620 million taken by North Korean Lazarus Group hackers
Blockchain and crypto can be a boon for tracking financial crimes
28.4.2022
The notion of crypto being a tool for money laundering is often propagated by naysayers that include policymakers with a stake in the traditional financial system
North Korean Lazarus Group allegedly behind Ronin Bridge hack
14.4.2022
Treasury Department updates SDN list to ostensibly tie infamous hacker group to last month’s mega-heist
Ukraine’s Cyberpolice Force Starts Accepting Cryptocurrency Donations
3.3.2022
As Ukraine is increasingly relying on crypto donations, its Cyberpolice force has also decided to seek help from the crypto community in the country and abroad. The unit now takes various cryptocurrencies to support law enforcement agencies and acquire essential supplies. Cyberpolice...
Aussie advisory committee lists key factors for easing crypto adoption
2.3.2022
The federal advisory suggests exploring four key areas to support a safer adoption for crypto in Australia and dampen cybersecurity threats
Crypto is not criminal: US Secret Service launches 'crypto awareness hub'
23.2.2022
The educational website shares the Secret Service intends to combat the “illicit use of digital assets” and provide “public awareness information.”
FBI is launching team to address crypto exploitation: US Deputy Attorney General
17.2.2022
“The currency might be virtual, but the message to companies is concrete: if you report to us, we can follow the money and not only help you, but hopefully prevent the next victim," said Lisa Monaco
Report Attributes Large Share of Global Crypto Crime to Russia, Moscow City
16.2.2022
The growing popularity of cryptocurrencies has placed Russia among the leaders in adoption. But while it is yet to reach the top of the ranking, the country already has a “disproportionate share” of global activity related to some forms of crime involving cryptocurrency, according...
FBI warns against rising crypto romance scams during Valentine's week
12.2.2022
In 2021 alone, victims within the FBI San Francisco division’s territory lost more than $64 million to romance scams, compared to just over $35 million in 2020
DoJ seizes $3.6B in crypto and arrests two in connection with 2016 Bitfinex hack
8.2.2022
"The department once again showed how it can and will follow the money," said Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco
Ministries Queried About Missing 200,000 Bitcoins as Bulgaria Explores Crypto Payments
28.1.2022
The recently elected government of Bulgaria has found itself in the position of answering questions about the fate of billions of dollars’ worth of cryptocurrency reportedly confiscated by the country’s law enforcement five years ago. Meanwhile, the new finance minister has revealed...
NCFTA onboards crypto exchange Binance to fight against cybercrime
18.1.2022
By partnering with Binance, the NCFTA aims to tackle international cybersecurity investigations by co-sharing threat intelligence
LCX loses $6.8M in a hot wallet compromise over Ethereum blockchain
9.1.2022
The hot wallet compromise was followed by an unauthorized transfer of eight types of ERC-20 tokens including ETH, USDC, LINK and MKR
Comedian Stephen Colbert spoofs 'Colbert Coin' in response to rise in crypto scams
6.1.2022
“We’re busy turning your cash into future money — to the moon, apes!" said the Late Show host
How will DOJ’s new crypto enforcement team change the game for industry players, good and bad?
15.10.2021
In a bid to catch up with cybercriminals, the Justice Department is pooling all crypto expertise in one place
New Australian ransomware plan allows for seizure of crypto
13.10.2021
Australian authorities will be able to seize or freeze cryptocurrencies linked to cybercrime under new legislation
Twitch Says 'Malicious Third Party' Was Behind Hack
7.10.2021
Twitch has just issued an update after yesterday’s major attack on the service, which resulted in the theft and then public posting of, among other things, the platform’s source code. According to their ongoing investigation, a “a malicious third party” is responsible.Read more
US Senator Warren introduces bill to study crypto's role in ransomware
6.10.2021
The Ransom Disclosure Act aims to help the Department of Homeland Security gather critical data on ransom payments in cryptocurrency and fiat