2018-8-8 15:42 |
A new report from Accenture states that Iran-based ransomware demanding payment in crypto is on the rise and will further escalate in the current geopolitical climate
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Israel’s Ministry of Defense ordered the seizure of 187 crypto wallets that it claims to have ties to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The wallets reportedly received $1. 5 billion in funds.
Hacking group Gonjeshke Darande leaked sensitive user data. Israeli authorities arrested three citizens for spying for Iran. Past Nobitex transactions show signs of money laundering activity. The fallout from the Nobitex hack is expanding beyond missing funds.
A 27-year old Tel Aviv resident was recently arrested by police for allegedly spying on Israeli public officials for Iran. He was reportedly paid thousands of dollars in cryptocurrency for his efforts.
Bitcoin took a big hit on escalating tensions in the Middle East. However, a recovery may soon follow, analysts suggest.
The Israeli financial markets regulator has shut down the crypto exchange Bitin for offering crypto trading services without the required license, reinforcing the country’s regulatory stance on crypto firms.
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