What the launch of the FBI crypto task force means for the digital asset space
Consolidation of law enforcement activity sends a clear message to the industry: It is time to comply.
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FBI Launches ‘Virtual Asset Exploitation Unit’ With Specialized Team of Crypto Experts
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has launched a new unit to tackle crypto exploitation. The new team will work with the National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team of the Department of…
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…
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.
MTI Mastermind Arrest: Lawyer Points to Agreement Relating to Johann Steynberg’s Extradition to South Africa
With Johann Steynberg now in custody in Brazil, a lawyer has suggested that South Africa may have to resort to an existing legal assistance agreement with Brazil if it wishes…
FBI Collaborates With Citibank, Sony, Japanese Authorities to Seize $180 Million in Bitcoin
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), in collaboration with Citibank, Sony, and Japanese law enforcement, has taken action to “return more than $154 million in funds that were allegedly stolen…
FBI Seizes Bitcoin Worth More Than $2.2 Million From Ransomware Affiliate
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has seized bitcoin worth more than $2.2 million tied to ransomware payments. The cryptocurrency allegedly belongs to an affiliate of Gandcrab and Revil/Sodinokibi ransomware.…
Canada Detains Teen for Alleged $36 Million Cryptocurrency Theft
A teenager has been arrested in Canada after committing what law enforcement officials in Ontario have described as the largest crypto theft by a single person. The Canadian is accused…
Onecoin Victims Petition Bulgaria for Seizure of Assets and Compensation
A lawyer representing investors defrauded by the notorious crypto scam Onecoin has urged authorities in Bulgaria to act on the case, claiming that the “world’s largest pyramid scheme” is still…