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Beware of an Overseas Crypto Scam, Thai Regulator Stipulates
The Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has discovered a crypto scam where overseas companies are involved.
60-Year-Old Man Cons Over 50 People with Indian Crypto Scam
Police have revealed another crypto scam in India has left more than 50 people counting losses.
Bitcoin Sex Scam Claims Another Victim and Generates $115,000 BTC
Recently, a Bitcoin sex scam that has been running since 2015 accumulated fraudulent funds of approximately $115,000 before being detected.
Australian Business Icon Dick Smith Threatens The Guardian With Lawsuit Over Bitcoin Scam Ads
Australian entrepreneur Dick Smith is threatening The Guardian with legal action after it hosted ads linked to fake news of Smith supporting a Bitcoin and crypto scam.
Texas Authorities Slap “Bitcoin Pope” and Forex Birds with Cease and Desist Order for Fraudulent Investment Scheme
An emergency cease and desist order has been issued against the “Bitcoin Pope” trader, under allegations of fraudulent cryptocurrency investments.
Alleged FINTOCH Mastermind Arrested in Thailand for $31M Crypto Scam
Thai authorities apprehend Liang Ai-Bing, accused of orchestrating a $31 million cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme across Asia, marking a significant breakthrough in crypto fraud investigations.
Crypto Scams Took in More Than $30 Million in Taiwan in 2019
Blockchain and cryptocurrency investment scams have risen and have reached $900 million New Taiwan dollars ($30 million) in Taiwan last year, according to Gao Hongan, a political figure in the country.
Investment Fraudsters Sentenced to Over Six Years for Telecoin Crypto Scam
Two fraudsters, Ross Jay and Michael Freckleton, were sentenced to over six years for a £500,000 scam involving a fictitious cryptocurrency "Telecoin."
Ronaldinho's Crypto Scam: A Deep Dive into the $61 Million Controversy
Ronaldinho Gaúcho, a Brazilian football icon, is under legal scrutiny for allegedly involving a cryptocurrency scam that could impact his celebrity endorsements, as his venture, '18kRonaldinho', promises daily returns of over 2%.
Crypto Investment Fraud Generates $27 Million, SEC Charges Scammers Posing as Pastors
The US Securities and Exchange Commission filed a complaint against three men posing as pastors who defrauded churchgoers in a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme.
Turkish Crypto Exchange Goes Bankrupt, Customers Locked Out of Their Funds
Thodex crypto exchange has gone offline and its customer service vanished too, thus leaving users in the dark.
Crypto Scams & Rug Pulls: Red Flags and How to Protect Yourself in 2025
In 2025, crypto scams are increasingly sophisticated, using AI and deepfakes to deceive investors. Vigilance is key: verify endorsements, research projects, and use hardware wallets to protect your assets.
