CRYPTOCURRENCY
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.
Finland Tracks Monero in High-Profile Cybercrime Cas
Finnish authorities traced Monero transactions in the Julius Aleksanteri Kivimäki trial, highlighting challenges in tracking privacy-focused digital currencies, a significant development in cryptocurrency-related cybercrime investigations.
Misuse of Facial Recognition: The $10M Macy's and Sunglass Hut Legal Battle
Harvey Eugene Murphy Jr. sues Macy's and Sunglass Hut for $10 million over wrongful arrest and assault, highlighting flaws in facial recognition technology and its serious consequences.