Crypto Crime News

Security experts have reported a significant phishing attack that led to the loss of 15,079 Few Wrapped Duo ETH (fwDETH), valued at around $35 million.

Heather Morgan, also known as the rapper “Razzlekhan,” is facing an 18-month jail term as U.S. prosecutors pursue charges related to her involvement in laundering 120,000 BTC.

On October 10, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a lawsuit against Cumberland DRW, accusing the firm of operating as an unregistered dealer.

South Korean lawmakers have launched an investigation into Upbit, the nation’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, amid concerns about its monopolistic influence in the virtual asset market.

The FBI reportedly launched its own cryptocurrency, ‘NexFundAI Token,’ as part of a sting operation to expose and apprehend fraudulent actors in the crypto space.

U.S. prosecutors have unveiled charges against four crypto companies and 14 individuals in what they describe as the first criminal case addressing market manipulation and fraud in the digital currency space.

A recent ruling by the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia indicates that Bitfinex is likely the sole entity eligible for restitution concerning the 119,754 BTC that was stolen during the notorious 2016 hack.