AML Bitcoin founder gets 7 years in prison for multimillion-dollar crypto fraud and money laundering | The Block
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AML Bitcoin founder gets 7 years in prison for multimillion-dollar crypto fraud and money laundering
The court said Andrade misrepresented AML Bitcoin's technology and business potential to defraud investors of over $10 million.
Scammers are Targeting Coinbase Users Via Sophisticated Phishing Calls
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https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31343141/
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Scammers are Targeting Coinbase Users Via Sophisticated Phishing Calls
A TikTok user went viral for reporting a new phishing scam targeting Coinbase users. This sophisticated attacker used a US-based phone number and accent, and apparently sent genuine
FaZe crypto drama deepens as leaked chats expose backdoor dealings
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31354375/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31354375/
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FaZe crypto drama deepens as leaked chats expose backdoor dealings
Leaked messages show FaZe Banks pressuring the MLG team into giving him preferential treatment.SummaryInfluencer Ricky “Faze” Banks is accused of dumping MLG token. Leaked texts show
FinCEN warns financial institutions of crypto ATM fraud linked to criminal organizations and elder scams | The Block
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FinCEN warns financial institutions of crypto ATM fraud linked to criminal organizations and elder scams
The Treasury's FinCEN warned financial institutions to be on the lookout for bad actors using cryptocurrency ATMs.
Crypto Scammers Targeting TikTok Shop Users: Report
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31395127/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31395127/
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Crypto Scammers Targeting TikTok Shop Users: Report
Crypto scammers are increasingly targeting a new platform: TikTok. According to a report by the cybersecurity firm CTM360, fraudsters are deploying
A Russian Hacking Group Is Using Fake Versions of MetaMask to Steal $1M in Crypto
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31410211/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31410211/
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A Russian Hacking Group Is Using Fake Versions of MetaMask to Steal $1M in Crypto
The Russian hacking group GreedyBear has scaled up its operations in recent months, using 150 “weaponized Firefox extensions” to target international and English-speaking victims, according
US sends crypto influencer to jail for large-scale illegal mining scheme
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https://cryptonews.net/news/legal/31448702/
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US sends crypto influencer to jail for large-scale illegal mining scheme
A federal court in Brooklyn has jailed a crypto influencer operating a large-scale cryptojacking scheme worth millions of dollars. According to prosecutors, the defendant, Charles Parks
Crypto investor loses $1M in Uniswap scam exploiting Ethereum's EIP-7702
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31484740/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31484740/
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Crypto investor loses $1M in Uniswap scam exploiting Ethereum's EIP-7702
A single phishing attack drained nearly $1 million worth of tokens from a crypto investor who unknowingly signed a batch of malicious transactions disguised as Uniswap swaps, according
Erik Bergman Loses $1.25M in Fake MrBeast Crypto Scam After Team Water Pledge
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31528208/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31528208/
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Erik Bergman Loses $1.25M in Fake MrBeast Crypto Scam After Team Water Pledge
Story HighlightsErik Bergman lostmillion after falling victim to a fake MrBeast crypto scam run through a WhatsApp group.The fraudsters posed as celebrities and billionaires, luring
Crypto leak exposes 200+ influencers charging up to $60k for undisclosed shill posts
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31538629/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31538629/
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Crypto leak exposes 200+ influencers charging up to $60k for undisclosed shill posts
More than 200 influencers were exposed early Monday after crypto detective ZachXBT posted a leaked price sheet on X showing usernames, wallet addresses, and promo rates of crypto shillers
Darktrace flags new cryptojacking campaign able to bypass Windows Defender
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31551804/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31551804/
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Darktrace flags new cryptojacking campaign able to bypass Windows Defender
Cybersecurity firm Darktrace has identified a new cryptojacking campaign designed to bypass Windows Defender and deploy a crypto mining software.SummaryDarktrace has identified a cryptojacking
Crypto streamer Gainzy nukes his own token 99% with one ‘accidental’ click
https://cryptonews.net/news/altcoins/31554119/
https://cryptonews.net/news/altcoins/31554119/
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Crypto streamer Gainzy nukes his own token 99% with one ‘accidental’ click
Crypto streamer Gainzy claims to have accidentally rugged his own Pump Fun token after he clicked “sell” while fiddling with his phone. Gainzy’s fumble nuked gnzystrm’s market cap by
Underground Market Pays $20K a Month for Crypto ‘Vishing’ Scams
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31551131/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31551131/
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Underground Market Pays $20K a Month for Crypto ‘Vishing’ Scams
Cybercriminals are recruiting teams of professional voice impersonators to target high-level U.S. crypto executives through sophisticated phone-based social engineering attacks, with
‘Scam of all scams’: Crypto dev claims Trump-linked WLFI ‘stole’ his money
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31571347/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31571347/
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‘Scam of all scams’: Crypto dev claims Trump-linked WLFI ‘stole’ his money
A crypto developer has accused World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a crypto project with ties to US President Donald Trump, of stealing his funds by refusing to unlock his tokens. In a
ZachXBT flags Solana project Aqua for $4.65M rug pull
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31582205/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31582205/
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ZachXBT flags Solana project Aqua for $4.65M rug pull
Key TakeawaysAqua allegedly rug pulledSOL ( from presale investors, according to ZachXBT. Funds were split across wallets and sent to instant exchanges as the team disabled X replies.Onchain
Blockstream sounds the alarm on new email phishing campaign
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31612146/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31612146/
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Blockstream sounds the alarm on new email phishing campaign
Blockstream, an infrastructure and hardware wallet provider, issued a warning about a new email phishing campaign attempting to target Blockstream Jade hardware wallet users. The company
Streamer Drained of $31K in Solana Raised for Cancer Treatment After He Downloads Game
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31668452/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31668452/
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Streamer Drained of $31K in Solana Raised for Cancer Treatment After He Downloads Game
A crypto-focused livestreamer raising money to help fund treatment for his stage 4 cancer was drained of more than $31,000 in crypto after he downloaded a malicious game on popular
Every Penny Gone: Retired Therapist’s Portfolio Wiped out in Crypto Trap
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31817450/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31817450/
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Every Penny Gone: Retired Therapist’s Portfolio Wiped out in Crypto Trap
A crushing crypto scam has wiped out the life savings of a Connecticut man, spotlighting the explosive rise in digital investment fraud that has cost victims billions and sparked urgent
Billions in Bitcoin Tied to Alleged Scammer Wanted by DOJ Are on the Move
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31843975/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31843975/
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Billions in Bitcoin Tied to Alleged Scammer Wanted by DOJ Are on the Move
The alleged mastermind behind a $14 billion crypto scam, currently on the run from the U.S. government, has begun moving billions of dollars worth of Bitcoin to new wallets, according
$145K Lost as Hackers Use Merkl to Launch Unverified DeFi Scams
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31880492/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31880492/
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$145K Lost as Hackers Use Merkl to Launch Unverified DeFi Scams
Hackers have found a new way to exploit decentralized finance (DeFi) users. This time, they used Merkl, a one-stop DeFi incentive platform, to create fake, unverified campaigns and
Chinese Man Arrested in Bangkok Over Alleged $14M Crypto Ponzi Scheme
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31888145/
https://cryptonews.net/news/security/31888145/
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Chinese Man Arrested in Bangkok Over Alleged $14M Crypto Ponzi Scheme
Thai authorities have captured a Chinese national wanted for allegedly running a multimillion-dollar crypto Ponzi scheme that targeted nearly 100 people in China. Police officers raided