Law enforcement agencies have dismantled VerifTools, a major online marketplace selling counterfeit identification documents. The Dutch and US authorities shut down the platform which allowed users to purchase […]
Crypto Extortion Leader Sentenced Further for Assaulting Witness
Remy Ra St. Felix, the leader of a violent crypto extortion scheme, has been handed additional prison time after assaulting a witness in a case involving stolen Bitcoin. […]
Hong Kong Elderly Man Targeted in Cryptocurrency Exchange Robbery
A 77-year-old man from Hong Kong suffered a significant financial loss due to a fraudulent cryptocurrency exchange scheme. On August 25th, the victim intended to purchase stablecoins worth […]
South Korean Police Crack Down on $28 Million Hacker Ring
South Korean authorities have dismantled a transnational hacking syndicate responsible for stealing over $28 million from financial and governmental websites. The group, led by the Chinese national known […]
Seoul Police Crackdown on International Hacking Group, Arrest 16 Suspects
South Korean authorities have dismantled an international hacking group responsible for targeting government and financial institutions. Through a joint operation, they arrested 16 suspects involved in a complex […]
Crypto Voice Phishing Surges 6.6-Fold in South Korea
South Korean cryptocurrency holders are facing a sharp rise in crypto voice phishing scams, highlighting a pressing need for heightened awareness and security measures. The National Police Agency […]
Interpol Seizes $100 Million in Crypto Crackdown Across Africa
In a significant operation, Interpol’s Operation Serengeti 2.0 has resulted in the seizure of nearly $100 million in cryptocurrencies and equipment across 18 African countries. This coordinated effort […]
Private Firms May Assist in Crypto Asset Seizures Under New U.S. Bill
A new US bill, introduced by Senator Cynthia Lummis, proposes utilizing private companies to aid in the seizure of cryptocurrency assets linked to criminal activities. This move aims […]
Interpol’s Crypto Bust Nets $100M, Impacts 1,200 Arrests Across Africa
A major international crackdown on cybercrime has resulted in the seizure of over $100 million in illegal crypto assets, leading to the arrest of nearly 1,200 suspects across […]
Interpol Cracks Down On Crypto Scammers, Recovering Over $100 Million in Africa
Interpol’s Operation Serengeti 2.0 has led to the arrest of 1,209 alleged cybercriminals responsible for defrauding nearly 88,000 victims across Africa. The investigation resulted in the recovery of […]
North Korea Shifts Tactics: Coinbase Under New Cyber Threat
Coinbase finds itself at the forefront of a shift in cyber warfare as North Korean hackers move beyond simple theft to infiltrate companies from within. Recent attacks highlight […]
Seoul Police Nab Fugitive Over $13 Million Crypto Scam
A fugitive suspected of orchestrating a large-scale cryptocurrency scam, defrauding over 1,300 victims of an estimated $13.2 million USD, has been apprehended in Seoul. The arrest sheds light […]
Cryptocurrency Linked to Cybercrime in India’s New Report
India’s Standing Committee on Home Affairs has released its 254th report on cybercrime, revealing how cryptocurrency is increasingly fueling illegal activities. The report highlights the dangers of crypto […]
Nigeria Deports 51 More Foreign Nationals Convicted of Cybercrime
The Federal Government of Nigeria has deported an additional 51 foreign nationals convicted of cybercrimes, bringing the total number of individuals repatriated in this repatriation effort to 102 […]
$2.8M in Bitcoin Stolen Through Police Impersonation Scam
A recent scam has exposed the dangers of impersonation in cryptocurrency, with a victim losing $2.8 million worth of Bitcoin to fraudsters posing as law enforcement officers. The […]