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.
Another Crypto Protocol Falls Victim to Hackers
A crypto protocol just lost millions of dollars in altcoins during a major security breach, as reported by Cyvers Alerts.
Tether and Bitfinex Face Market Manipulation Allegations
In a significant legal development, Tether and Bitfinex are embroiled in a revised class action lawsuit alleging market manipulation and antitrust violations.
North Korean Hackers Allegedly Linked to $305 Million Crypto Exchange Exploit
Recent developments suggest that the Lazarus Group, a notorious state-sponsored hacking entity, may be behind the $305 million breach of Japanese crypto exchange DMM Bitcoin.
Victim Recovers Stolen Crypto Funds Following Phishing Attack From 1 Year Ago
A victim of a $24 million phishing attack has received a partial refund after the perpetrator voluntarily returned some of the stolen funds.
SEC’s Closed-Door Meeting Thursday Could Determine Ripple’s Future
The legal dispute between Ripple Labs Inc. and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may reach a pivotal moment this week as both parties are set to convene in a closed-door meeting on Thursday, July 18, 2024.
Crypto Tracking Platform Reports Major Security Breach
CoinStats, a prominent crypto-tracking platform, has provided further details regarding its June security incident.
Tether Freezes Almost 30 Million USDT Linked to Criminal Activities
Tether took froze 29.62 million USDT tokens associated with criminal activities involving Cambodia’s Huione Group.
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Ex-Bank Staffer Pleads Guilty to Facilitating Fraud and Drug Money Laundering
15.03.2025 13:00 1 min. read -
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Thai Authorities Uncover Massive Illegal Crypto Mining Operation, Seizing 63 Rigs
17.03.2025 10:00 2 min. read -
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Crypto Influencer BitBoy Arrested on Serious Charges in Florida
26.03.2025 13:00 1 min. read -
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Hacker Exploits Smart Contracts Vulnerability, Steals $13 Million in Ethereum
25.03.2025 20:15 1 min. read -
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Argentine Lawyer Seeks Global Arrest Warrant for LIBRA Token Co-Creator
13.03.2025 13:20 1 min. read