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.
TRON Cracks Down on Suspicious Funds, Freezes $26 Million with Authorities
Justin Sun, the founder of TRON and an advisor to HTX Global, has announced that TRON DAO successfully blocked over $26 million in questionable transactions by working closely with law enforcement agencies.
Crypto Exchange Founder Released Despite Facing Over 11,000 Years in Prison
The release of Faruk Fatih Özer, the founder of defunct crypto exchange Thodex, has ignited public outrage, despite his alleged role in a major fraud case involving 94 million lira in losses.
Binance CEO Richard Teng Urges Caution Amid Rising Crypto Scams
With market optimism fueling increased activity, Binance CEO Richard Teng is warning investors to stay alert against Ponzi schemes and fraudulent crypto projects.
Hacker Exploits Sui, Funnels $29 Million via Tornado Cash
A recent investigation has revealed that $29 million worth of Sui (SUI) was stolen from a single victim in December.
France Launches Investigation into Binance Over Financial Crimes
French authorities have intensified their scrutiny of Binance, launching a judicial investigation into allegations of financial misconduct.
Trump-Themed Meme Coins Spark Surge in Scams Targeting Investors
The soaring popularity of Donald and Melania Trump-themed meme coins has created fertile ground for scammers to exploit unsuspecting investors.
WazirX Secures Court Approval to Repay Users After $235M Hack
Indian crypto exchange WazirX has secured approval from the Singapore High Court to move forward with its restructuring plan, aimed at compensating users affected by a $235 million cyberattack in July 2024.
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Binance Warns Crypto Users of Rising Scam Threats
28.02.2025 14:13 1 min. read -
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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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Mask Founder Loses $4 Million in Crypto Attack on His Birthday
28.02.2025 22:00 1 min. read -
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Cybercriminals Exploit GitHub to Distribute Crypto Malware
26.02.2025 20:00 2 min. read -
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India Intensifies Bitconnect Investigation, Seizing $190M in Crypto
16.02.2025 17:00 2 min. read
