Category: Crime
Senator Raises Concerns Over $1.7B in Alleged Binance Transfers
Senate probe into Binance over alleged $1.7B Iran-linked transfers revives scrutiny of its past AML violations and U.S. standing. Binance is facing new questions from…
South Korean Police Lose $1.5M in Seized Bitcoin
Seoul Gangnam Police lost 22 BTC worth $1.45M during a 2026 digital asset custody audit. The 22 seized BTC were drained remotely while the USB…
$200M Bitcoin Fraud Lands Praetorian CEO 20-Year Sentence
Praetorian CEO Ramil Palafox sentenced to 20 years for $200M Bitcoin Ponzi scheme that defrauded 90,000 investors of $62.7M. $200M Bitcoin Fraud Lands Praetorian CEO…
Chainalysis Flags Hundreds of Millions in Crypto Tied to Trafficking Groups
Chainalysis reports an 85% rise in crypto flows tied to trafficking networks, with stablecoins widely used in illicit operations. Crypto payments are playing a growing…
Bitcoin Ransom Demand Emerges in Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping
Ransom notes demand up to $6M in Bitcoin in the Nancy Guthrie case as the FBI releases footage and confirms wallet activity. A reported Bitcoin…
SafeMoon CEO Gets 8 Years for $10M Crypto Fraud
SafeMoon CEO Karony was sentenced to 8 years for defrauding investors of $9M in crypto. Karony used diverted funds to buy luxury homes, cars, and…
Crypto Scam Mastermind Gets 20 Years After $73M Global Fraud
US court sentences crypto scam leader Daren Li to 20 years for $73M global fraud targeting American investors. A federal judge in California sentenced Daren…
Arizona Police Arrest Teens After Violent $66M Crypto Robbery Attempt
Arizona police arrested two California teenagers after a violent Scottsdale home invasion aimed at the robbery of $66 million in crypto holdings. Arizona authorities arrested…
Turkey Orders Tether to Freeze Over $500M Linked to Illegal Betting Probe
Turkey expands crypto enforcement as Tether freezes over $500 million tied to illegal betting and laundering investigations nationwide. Turkey has ordered the freezing of more…
