CRYPTOCURRENCY
Blockchain Technology Revolutionizes Crime Prevention, Says Former FBI Agent
Gurvais Grigg, ex-FBI and CTO at Chainalysis, discusses how blockchain intelligence is transforming crime prevention from reactive to proactive, enabling law enforcement to tackle crypto-related crimes more effectively.
Operation Shamrock's Role in Combating Crypto Crimes and Pig Butchering Scams
Operation Shamrock, led by Erin West, tackles crypto crimes and pig butchering scams through collaboration and innovation in law enforcement strategies.
German Authorities Disrupt 47 Russia-Centric No KYC Crypto Exchanges
The German Federal Criminal Police (BKA) has seized 47 Russian-language no-KYC crypto exchanges, highlighting their role in cybercrime and sanctions evasion.
Chainalysis Report Reveals Surge in China-Based CSAM Networks and Crypto Scams in 2024
Chainalysis' mid-year update highlights a rise in China-based CSAM networks and evolving crypto scams, including the notorious pig butchering schemes.
Siren's Role in Combating Transnational Crypto Crime on Public Key Podcast
In the latest Public Key podcast episode, John Randles discusses Siren's platform aiding law enforcement in tackling transnational crypto crime.
Cybercrime on the Rise: 2024 Mid-Year Crypto Crime Report Highlights
Chainalysis reports a 20% drop in overall crypto crime in 2024, but stolen funds and ransomware incidents are surging.
Core Member of Ramp-and-Dump Syndicate Arrested in Hong Kong
Hong Kong authorities have arrested a key member of a notorious ramp-and-dump syndicate, as reported by the SFC.
LA County Sheriff's Deputy Discusses Tackling Crypto Crimes on Podcast
Tony Moore discusses crypto crimes and law enforcement's evolving methods.
IRS Expects Surge in Crypto Tax Crime Cases as Tax Season Concludes
The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is bracing for an increase in crypto tax crime cases as taxpayers file their returns on April 15. IRS criminal investigation chief Guy Ficco predicts a rise in charged Title 26 crypto cases this year and beyond. While crypto has been associated with various financial crimes in the past, Ficco anticipates a surge in "pure crypto tax crimes" in the future.
UK's NCA Announces Disruption of World's Most Harmful Cyber Crime Group, LockBit
UK's NCA launched "Operation Cronos" against LockBit, a global cyber crime syndicate, resulting in significant disruptions and the seizure of servers, cryptocurrency accounts, and decryption keys.