Decoding Crypto Price Manipulation: Uncovering How Cybercriminals Impact the Market

Cryptocurrency Price Manipulation: Unraveling How Cybercriminals Impact the Market Cryptocurrency price manipulation is a serious issue in the digital asset market. Cybercriminals utilize various tactics to influence prices and take advantage of unsuspecting traders. Understanding how these manipulations occur is crucial for investors to protect themselves and make informed decisions. One common method of price [...]

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Dark Web Criminals Boast possession of 100K+ Gemini and Binance User Data

The unauthorized access to user information on cryptocurrency exchanges like Gemini and Binance has resulted in hackers selling leaked data. This breach in security raises concerns about the safety of personal and financial information stored on these platforms. The compromised data may include sensitive details such as email addresses, phone numbers, and even account login [...]

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Crypto travel rule implementation ‘remains relatively poor,’ says FATF

A renewed call from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has asked countries to implement the “travel rule” to combat money laundering and terrorism financing activities enabled by cryptocurrencies. On June 23, the United Nations body — whose role is to promote strategies to combat money laundering and terrorist financing — explained that “many” member [...]

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Report: US Revenue Collector IRS to Send Four Crypto Crime Investigation Agents Abroad

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is planning to send investigators to four countries where they are expected to tackle the use of crypto and decentralized finance products in global financial and tax crimes. According to the tax collector’s spokesperson, the IRS will be able to determine the success of the pilot program by rating the

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How Do Cops Take Down Crypto-Criminals? Here’s How

The criminal lords inhibiting in different lawless corners of the internet have boasted and operated freely in various activities. These lawless activities include money laundering, [...]

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Cybercriminals Likely to Deviate From Cryptocurrencies, Says Kaspersky Report

The ability of cybercriminals to move money securely is predicted to be hindered as regulations and tracking technologies advance, making Bitcoin (BTC) a less alluring payment option. In a report released on Nov. 22 by the cybersecurity company Kaspersky, it was noted that the use of Bitcoin in ransomware negotiations and payments would decrease as […]

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The U.S. Treasury Confirms That We Can Remove “Illicit Activity” From The Bitcoin FUD Dice

With the U.S. Treasury recently indicating that bitcoin and altcoins aren’t used for significant illicit activity, it’s time to change the narrative.

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U.S. Treasury Confirms We Can Remove 'Illicit Activity' From Bitcoin FUD Dice

With the U.S. Treasury recently indicating that bitcoin and altcoins aren’t used for significant illicit activity, it’s time to change the narrative.

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DeFi Protocol Wonderland Involves Cybercrime, Associated with Canadian Crypto Exchange Quadriga

A decentralized finance project called Wonderland involves a cybercrime associated with Canadian crypto exchange Quadriga, turning DeFi into a financial felon’s wonderland. (Read More)

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Crypto Thief Busted: DOJ Files Charges Against 25-Year-Old For OpenSea NFT Heist

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on July 10 the unsealing of a four-count indictment against Soufiane Oulahyane for a scheme to impersonate the OpenSea marketplace to obtain unauthorized access to cryptocurrency and non-fungible tokens (NFTs).  Oulahyane, currently in custody in Morocco for foreign charges, allegedly has stolen approximately $450,000 worth of cryptocurrency [...]

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Crypto-stealing malware discovered in Python Package Index Checkmarx

According to cybersecurity firm Hacken, financial losses from crypto hacks topped $440 million in the third quarter of 2024.

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Judge Upholds Confidentiality of FTX Customers’ Identities, Citing Security Concerns

In the FTX bankruptcy case, the presiding judge John Dorsey has ruled to maintain the confidentiality of individual customer identities, according to a recent decision on Friday. Dorsey emphasized the importance of safeguarding these clients, expressing concern for their potential vulnerability to scams. Despite the Media’s Attempt, FTX Customers’ Identities Will Be Shielded From Public [...]

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Two Russians Charged for Infiltrating Mt Gox and Operating Illicit Crypto Exchange, BTC-e

In a statement issued on Friday, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed that two Russian individuals have been accused of infiltrating a cryptocurrency exchange and running an unlawful exchange. Reportedly, the pair gained unauthorized access to Mt Gox’s servers from 2011 to 2014 and purportedly pilfered 647,000 bitcoins from the now-dissolved exchange. Russian Duo [...]

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North Korean Hackers Allegedly Behind $35 Million Cryptocurrency Heist

North Korean cybercriminals are the prime suspects in a recent cryptocurrency heist involving the theft of a substantial $35 million. Cybersecurity analysts shared this assessment with CNN on Tuesday, pointing to telltale signs in the tactics and techniques used in the attack. (Read More)

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US Treasury Report Warns of Defi’s Threat to National Security, Authors Conclude Fiat Is Used in Illicit Finance More Than Crypto

The U.S. Treasury has released a 42-page report assessing the risks of decentralized finance (defi). The report states that specific nation-state adversaries, cybercriminals, ransomware attackers, thieves, and scammers are using defi to “transfer and launder their illicit proceeds.” The Treasury’s report warns that defi could threaten national security and calls for policymakers to increase oversight. [...]

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