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The FBI’s Operation Level Up has saved over 4,300 potential victims from losing $285 million to cryptocurrency scams, preventing life-altering financial losses and exposing fraudulent platforms. Operation Level Up: Inside the FBI’s Mission to Protect 4,300 From Crypto Fraud The FBI announced on Feb. 13 that Operation Level Up has successfully prevented victims from losing … Read more
Pig butchering scams exploded in 2024, with fraudsters stealing billions through AI-driven deepfakes and rapid-fire scams, overwhelming victims and outpacing law enforcement crackdowns worldwide. Pig Butchering Scams Surge as AI Fuels New Fraud Tactics Blockchain intelligence firm Chainalysis released a report on Feb. 13 detailing the rapid growth of pig butchering scams in 2024. These … Read more
The FBI warns that scammers are exploiting Valentine’s Day to lure victims into fraudulent cryptocurrency investments, using fake identities and deceptive websites to steal funds. FBI Alert: Crypto Con Artists Are Using Valentine’s Day to Lure in Victims The FBI Philadelphia Field Office is warning the public about a rising trend in crypto-related scams, particularly … Read more
The world’s largest illicit online marketplace keeps growing following the launch of its own crypto products, according to Elliptic. Go to Source
A proposed CFPB rule could allow crypto users to have protections similar to those of US bank account holders by considering the definition of “funds.” Go to Source
According to cybersecurity firm CertiK, the number of crypto hacks and exploits rose to 303 incidents in 2024, up from 282 in 2023. Go to Source
A memecoin bearing Hailey Welch’s likeness rose to a market capitalization of roughly $500 million after its launch on Dec. 4 before dropping by 90%. Go to Source
A look at the dark side of rug pulls and the complex manipulation strategies pervading them. Go to Source
The company’s former chief strategy officer, Jonathan Levin, assumed the role of CEO and offered his thoughts to Cointelegraph on the future of the industry. Go to Source
An investigation by ZachXBT has linked addresses associated with a former professional Fortnite player and cybersecurity analyst with several high-profile account takeovers. Go to Source