Crypto is not criminal: US Secret Service launches ‘crypto awareness hub’
The educational website shares the Secret Service intends to combat the “illicit use of digital assets” and provide “public awareness information.”
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FBI is launching team to address crypto exploitation: US Deputy Attorney General
“The currency might be virtual, but the message to companies is concrete: if you report to us, we can follow the money and not only help you, but hopefully prevent…
Report Attributes Large Share of Global Crypto Crime to Russia, Moscow City
The growing popularity of cryptocurrencies has placed Russia among the leaders in adoption. But while it is yet to reach the top of the ranking, the country already has a…
FBI warns against rising crypto romance scams during Valentine’s week
In 2021 alone, victims within the FBI San Francisco division’s territory lost more than $64 million to romance scams, compared to just over $35 million in 2020.
DoJ seizes $3.6B in crypto and arrests two in connection with 2016 Bitfinex hack
"The department once again showed how it can and will follow the money, no matter what form it takes," said Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco.
Ministries Queried About Missing 200,000 Bitcoins as Bulgaria Explores Crypto Payments
The recently elected government of Bulgaria has found itself in the position of answering questions about the fate of billions of dollars’ worth of cryptocurrency reportedly confiscated by the country’s…
LCX loses $6.8M in a hot wallet compromise over Ethereum blockchain
The hot wallet compromise was followed by an unauthorized transfer of eight types of ERC-20 tokens including ETH, USDC, LINK and MKR.
New Australian ransomware plan allows for seizure of crypto
Australian authorities will be able to seize or freeze cryptocurrencies linked to cybercrime under new legislation.
US Senator Warren introduces bill to study crypto’s role in ransomware
The Ransom Disclosure Act aims to help the Department of Homeland Security gather critical data on ransom payments in cryptocurrency and fiat.
U.S. government goes to court over $11M USDT purportedly stolen by fake Coinbase rep
In April, sharing their Coinbase account credentials with a fraudster had cost a California resident more than $11 million. Now, there might be recourse.