Crypto use an aggravating factor for sentencing: Aussie court study
Offenders that use cryptocurrency for illegal activity in Australia are more likely to receive a tougher sentence.
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‘Nobody is holding them back’ — North Korean cyber-attack threat rises
"Even though the tradecraft is not perfect right now… it's still a fresh market for North Korea," says former CIA analyst Soo Kim.
Korea and US agree to share investigation data on Terra-Luna
The two nations have agreed to share their investigation data on the ongoing crypto-related cases including Terra Luna.
Chainalysis exec touts blockchain analysis to Senate homeland security committee
Three experts from the private sector appeared before the Senate committee Tuesday to talk about ransomware attacks and how to combat them.
Crypto mixer sanctioned by US Treasury for role in Axie Infinity hack
The crypto mixer is said to have processed $20.5 million out of the $620 million taken by North Korean Lazarus Group hackers.
Blockchain and crypto can be a boon for tracking financial crimes
The notion of crypto being a tool for money laundering is often propagated by naysayers that include policymakers with a stake in the traditional financial system.
North Korean Lazarus Group allegedly behind Ronin Bridge hack
Treasury Department updates SDN list to ostensibly tie infamous hacker group to last month’s mega-heist.
Ukraine’s Cyberpolice Force Starts Accepting Cryptocurrency Donations
As Ukraine is increasingly relying on crypto donations, its Cyberpolice force has also decided to seek help from the crypto community in the country and abroad. The unit now takes…
Aussie advisory committee lists key factors for easing crypto adoption
The federal advisory suggests exploring four key areas to support a safer adoption for crypto in Australia and dampen cybersecurity threats.