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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.

SEC Crackdowns on $650 Million Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently filed charges against NovaTech and its leaders over a massive cryptocurrency fraud worth $650 million.

13.08.2024 8:15 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

New QR Code Scam Targets Cryptocurrency Users

A new cryptocurrency scam involving QR codes is emerging, according to the analytics firm Bitrace.

13.08.2024 11:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Tornado Cash Developer’s Legal Fight Hits Critical Point

The legal struggle of Tornado Cash developer Alexey Pertsev has reached a critical point as he seeks new funding to continue his defense.

12.08.2024 19:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bankrupt Crypto Lender Sues Tether for Over $2 billion

Celsius Network Ltd. has filed a lawsuit against Tether and its affiliates, accusing them of engaging in “fraudulent” and “preferential” transfers involving over $2 billion in Bitcoin (BTC).

10.08.2024 18:28 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ripple Warns of Escalating XRP Scams Following SEC Ruling

Ripple has recently cautioned its community about a surge in fraudulent schemes targeting XRP holders.

10.08.2024 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Montenegro Supreme Court Delays Extradition of Terra Co-Founder Do Kwon Again

The Supreme Court of Montenegro has once again postponed the extradition of Terra (LUNA) co-founder Do Kwon to South Korea.

10.08.2024 13:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Irish Police Seize €6.5 Million in Crypto from Dark Web Suspects

Irish police has seized €6.5 million ($7.1 million) in cryptocurrency from three individuals arrested in Dublin for suspected involvement in dark web crimes and money laundering.

09.08.2024 22:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov
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