Crypto
Bybit hackers move to meme coins to launder funds and scam people
Bybit hackers are trying to use meme coins to launder the stolen funds.
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Popular cryptocurrency exchange Bybit robbed of $1.4B
Cryptocurrency exchange platform Bybit has been robbed of over $1.46 billion worth of Ethereum.
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Politician-linked meme coins backfire after Libra scandal
A cryptocurrency supported by Argentinian president Javier Milei briefly surged before crashing is the latest in a series of politically endorsed meme coins facing a backlash.
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US SEC forms new unit to fight cyber and crypto crimes
As the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues to restructure under new leadership, a new unit has emerged. It’s tasked with fighting cybercrime in securities-related areas.
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The West sanctioned these countries, but they found crypto ways to adapt
Crypto assets are becoming an increasingly important instrument to circumvent financial restrictions.
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Nigeria sues Binance for $81.5 billion in economic losses and back tax
Nigeria has filed a lawsuit seeking to compel cryptocurrency exchange Binance to pay $79.5 billion for economic losses it says were caused by its operations in the country and $2 billion in back taxes.
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Fraudster reportedly stole $5.6M from FTX creditors using AI
As the bankrupt major crypto exchange FTX has started repaying its debts to former customers, blockchain analysts claim they've identified a perpetrator (or a group of them) who defrauded two FTX creditors of $5.6 million.
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Someone burned $1.3M in ethereum to warn about 'brain-computer weapons'
A mysterious new story has been caught by blockchain analysts, initiating a series of conspiracy theories.
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Argentine President Milei faces fraud charges and possible impeachment after crypto failure
Argentine president Javier Milei, a libertarian and vocal supporter of bitcoin (BTC), is facing an increasing pile of political and now legal problems after his unsuccessful crypto adventure this past weekend.
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FBI intervenes as crypto scam victims risk homes and life savings
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has revealed that it’s using sophisticated techniques to prevent crypto scams, which have apparently helped 4,300 potential victims avoid a total of $285 million in losses.
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Sextortion kits fuel the great crypto heist
Sextortion kits, artificial intelligence (AI), and the rising price of bitcoin are making crypto scams extremely attractive, cybersecurity experts warn.
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More DeFi projects run into security issues, negotiations with a hacker begin
DeFI sector just saw another multimillion-dollar hack that also led to negotiations with the hacker.
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Crypto boom brings malware surge: how USBs are used to hijack devices
There’s a direct correlation between the surge in crypto prices and the likelihood of your devices getting infected with malware.
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How crypto scammers are exploiting celebrities to drain your wallet
As social engineering among crypto scammers grows in popularity, celebrities and tech figures are among the top targets for those trying to capitalize on the trust these personalities offer and lure victims into their criminal schemes.
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Crypto exchange platform BestChange in the dark over Russia block
BestChange has said it is unsure why its website was blocked by Russia.
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Proton releases much-anticipated bitcoin wallet to all
After publicly testing for around six months, Proton, known for its encrypted email and other online privacy-protecting products, has released its bitcoin (BTC) wallet to the general market. It aims to secure additional revenue with paid versions of the product.
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Kanye West receives a $2M crypto offer to scam his followers
This weekend was marked by several developments in the meme coin space, reminding us of the good, the bad, and the ugly of the market.
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New leads in the endless quest to unmask Satoshi Nakamoto
The never-ending quest to uncover the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious creator of bitcoin (BTC), has taken another twist. New findings suggest that one crypto exchange – Kraken – might know who Nakamoto really is.
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POTUS in hot water: $TRUMP price tanks, probe on the horizon
A consumer advocacy group is demanding an investigation into Trump's crypto actions.
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XRP Ledger goes offline but speculators don't seem to care
Another major blockchain has temporarily gone offline, speculators seem unfazed by the fact that the chain appears to be less reliable now.
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