A security investigation conducted by BitMEX has revealed vulnerabilities within the operational security of Lazarus Group, a North Korean-backed cybercrime syndicate. This investigation uncovered IP addresses, database entries, […]
Crypto Kidnap Gone Wrong: Russian Couple Escapes From Ransom, Spurring International Hunt
A shocking case of crypto-related kidnapping has unfolded in Argentina, with a Russian couple escaping from their captors after being lured into a scheme involving fake investments. The […]
Teen Hackers Exploit Indian Call Center to Compromise Coinbase
A massive security breach at Coinbase has left over 69,000 users vulnerable. Instead of sophisticated hacking tactics, the attackers leveraged a cost-cutting strategy: bribing call center workers in […]
U.S. Treasury Targets Philippine Firm in $200 Million Crypto Scam Network
The U.S. Treasury Department has announced sanctions against Funnull, a Philippine firm linked to a major cryptocurrency scam operation that reportedly fleeced victims of over $200 million. The […]
U.S. Treasury Targets Huione Group for $4 Billion Laundering Scheme
The U.S. Treasury Department has announced sanctions against the Cambodia-based Huione Group, accused of laundering over $4 billion in illicit funds, including substantial amounts linked to North Korean […]
Crypto Couple Kidnapped in Buenos Aires, $43K Bitcoin Ransom Paid
A Russian crypto couple was abducted in Buenos Aires on May 23, 2025, after being lured to a residence under false pretenses. They were ultimately released following the […]
Crypto Entrepreneur Arrested After Torture Scheme Targeting Italian Tourist’s Cryptocurrency
Miami cryptocurrency entrepreneur William Duplessie has surrendered to authorities following a three-week kidnapping and torture scheme targeting an Italian tourist’s bitcoin wallet. Police discovered disturbing images documenting the […]
Crypto Kidnapping Suspect surrenders in New York, Highlighting the Dark Side of Digital Wealth
A shocking development has rocked the cryptocurrency community as a key suspect in the notorious Crypto Kidnapping case against Italian investor Michael Carturan has surrendered to authorities in […]
US Emerges as Global Leader in Cryptocurrency Abduction Cases
Recent data reveals a concerning trend: the United States leads in global cases of cryptocurrency abduction. While overall case numbers continue to rise, the U.S. stands out as […]
Company Data Stolen in Mumbai Hacking Incident, Ransom Demands Bitcoin
Unidentified hackers have been apprehended for infiltrating an advertising company’s server in Kurla, Mumbai, resulting in the theft of a substantial amount of data. The perpetrators demanded a […]
Crypto Investor Arrested for Kidnapping to Obtain Bitcoin Passwords
John Woeltz, a 37-year-old American cryptocurrency investor, faces charges of kidnapping and torture related to an attempt to extort Bitcoin passwords. The Italian victim was allegedly held against […]
Justice Seizes Over $24 Million in Cryptocurrency Linked to Qakbot Malware Developer
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized over $24 million in cryptocurrency connected to Rustam Gallyamov, the alleged developer behind the notorious Qakbot malware. This action follows […]
US Seizes $24 Million in Cryptocurrency from Qakbot Developer
U.S. authorities have seized over $24 million in cryptocurrency linked to Rustam Rafailevich Gallyamov, a Russian developer accused of creating the notorious Qakbot malware. This seizure follows a […]
DOJ Seizes $24 Million in Cryptocurrency from Qakbot Developer
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated a major action against cybercrime, aiming to seize over $24 million in cryptocurrency linked to the notorious Qakbot malware. This […]
DOJ Seizes $24 Million in Cryptocurrency Linked to Qakbot Ransomware Operators
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has taken a significant step in dismantling international cybercrime operations by seizing over $24 million in cryptocurrency linked to the infamous Qakbot malware. […]