Crypto Crime News

Explore the darker side of the crypto industry. Everything from fraudulent initial public offerings and lawsuits to hacks, dark market deals, thefts and kidnappings.

Hacked Account Drives Altcoin Surge, Resulting in Huge Gains and Losses

Kylian Mbappe’s X account was recently hacked, and the attacker used it to promote an altcoin called MBAPPE.

29.08.2024 17:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto CEO Stabbed in Courtroom During Fraud Trial

Hugo Hyungsoo Lee, CEO of Haru Invest, was attacked in a Seoul courtroom while his company faces serious fraud allegations.

29.08.2024 11:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Scams Hit Australians Hard, New Report Shows

In the past year, Australians have lost AU$180 million (US$122 million) to cryptocurrency scams, with most victims being under 50 years old, according to a recent report from the Australian Federal Police (AFP).

28.08.2024 17:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

SEC Targets Crypto Fraudsters Behind $61.5 Million Scheme

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has intensified its crackdown on crypto fraud, focusing on Triten Financial Group and GCZ Global, led by Jonathan and Tanner Adam.

27.08.2024 17:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

India Investigates Telegram Following CEO’s Arrest in France

India is ramping up its investigation into Telegram following the recent arrest of CEO Pavel Durov in France.

27.08.2024 11:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Former Chinese Billionaire Sentenced for Crypto Ponzi Scheme

Former Chinese billionaire Yang Bin has been sentenced to six years in a Singapore prison for orchestrating a fraudulent crypto investment scheme.

27.08.2024 10:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

New Malware Targets Mac Users and Crypto Wallets

Apple Mac users are facing a new security threat from malware known as “Cthulhu Stealer,” which is designed to compromise personal data and cryptocurrency wallets.

27.08.2024 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov