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.
U.S. Treasury Unveils Russian Crypto Money Laundering Scheme to Bypass Sanctions
The U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on several individuals and entities tied to a Russian money laundering operation that utilized Tether (USDT) and other cryptocurrencies for illicit transactions.
Another Crypto Platform Falls Victim to North Korean Hackers
A prominent cryptocurrency platform has suffered a major cyberattack, leading to a $50 million theft on October 16, 2024.
Russian WEX Exchange Figure Arrested in Poland Amid U.S. Extradition Request
A Russian national linked to the now-defunct WEX cryptocurrency exchange has been arrested in Poland on charges related to fraud and money laundering.
Coffeezilla Debunks Misinformation Surrounding Hawk Tuah’s Memecoin Launch
Crypto sleuth Coffeezilla has pushed back against the spread of misinformation surrounding the recent memecoin launch by influencer Hailey Welch, also known as “Hawk Tuah.”
French Authorities Investigate Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Over Criminal Activity Claims
French authorities are delving into accusations against Telegram founder Pavel Durov, alleging the platform’s involvement in facilitating criminal activities.
Founders of Major Crypto Ponzi Scheme Sentenced to Prison for Defrauding Investors
David Brend and Gustavo Rodriguez, the masterminds behind the IcomTech cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme, have been sentenced to 10 and 8 years in prison, respectively.
Founder of Infamous Darknet Marketplace Hydra Sentenced to Life in Prison
The founder of the darknet marketplace Hydra, Stanislav Moiseev, has been sentenced to life in prison by a Moscow court for his involvement in a range of criminal activities.
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Turkish Ponzi Scheme Creator Sentenced to 45,000 Years in Prison
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Infini Hit by $50M Exploit as Insider Suspect Emerges
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Pantera Capital Founder Investigated Over Crypto Investment Tax Reporting
15.02.2025 21:00 1 min. read -
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Binance Warns Crypto Users of Rising Scam Threats
28.02.2025 14:13 1 min. read -
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India Intensifies Bitconnect Investigation, Seizing $190M in Crypto
16.02.2025 17:00 2 min. read
