CYBERCRIME
Garantex Crypto Exchange Dismantled in Major International Crackdown
Authorities from the U.S., Germany, and Finland have dismantled the Russian crypto exchange Garantex, seizing domains and freezing illicit funds in a significant blow to the cybercrime economy.
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.
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.
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.
Tether Implements Wallet-Freezing Policy Aligned with US Regulations
Tether's wallet-freezing policy, in line with US OFAC regulations, is a proactive approach to cybercrime, setting a new standard in the crypto industry.
U.S. Justice Department Seizes $9M in Crypto from Romance Scam Ring
The U.S. Justice Department successfully seizes $9M in crypto from a scam ring targeting over 70 victims, showcasing the government's commitment to combating cyber-enabled financial fraud.
Binance Collaborates with Royal Thai Police to Disrupt Criminal Networks
Binance, in conjunction with the Royal Thai Police, has successfully disrupted major crypto fraudulent networks in Thailand through two significant operations. The collaboration led to the arrest of key individuals and substantial asset seizures, underscoring Binance's proactive stance against cybercrime and its ongoing commitment to enhancing security within the digital asset ecosystem.
Man Sentenced to Prison for Stealing Bitcoin from Silk Road
James Zhong, who stole more than 51,680 Bitcoin from Silk Road in 2012, has been sentenced to one year and one day in prison for wire fraud charges. The Bitcoin was worth roughly $3.4 billion at the time of its seizure in November 2021.
FTX Officials Says the Exchange Has Been Compromised by Hackers
Despite being the most embattled exchange, FTX has suffered a multi-million cyberattack
Deribit Hackers Turns to Tornado Cash to Launder Stolen Funds
The hacker(s) who exploited Deribit Exchange have started laundering the stolen cash through Tornado Cash