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Crypto News: What’s Operation Chokepoint And Why Did Donald Trump Shut It Down?
‘Operation Chokepoint’ is a term that became common under the regulatory regime during the Joe Biden administration. This operation marked part of the government’s initiatives to stifle the crypto industry back then, something which Trump has corrected since entering office. дальше »
2025-8-12 19:00 | |
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Trump shuts down ‘Operation Chokepoint 2.0’ with sweeping anti-debanking order
In a sweeping move hailed by crypto advocates, President Trump signed an executive order barring federal agencies from pressuring banks to cut off entire industries—a tactic critics dubbed “Operation Chokepoint 2. дальше »
2025-8-10 03:19 | |
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CZ breaks silence as White House order aims to dismantle Operation Chokepoint 3.0
Key Takeaways Banks may soon face penalties for politically motivated financial restrictions, particularly against crypto firms, as the White House’s upcoming order could reshape institutional behaThe post CZ breaks silence as White House order aims to dismantle Operation Chokepoint 3.0 appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2025-8-6 23:00 | |
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Illegal crypto ATM network busted in UK, two under investigation
U.K. authorities have arrested two individuals and seized multiple crypto ATMs in connection with an investigation into an unregistered cryptocurrency exchange and suspected financial crime. According to a statement from the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the operation was carried… дальше »
2025-7-22 08:34 | |
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BitMine Immersion’s $500m ETH pivot shakes up crypto treasuries
Just months ago, BitMine was another mining operation chasing cheap electricity to dig up Bitcoin. Now, it’s sitting on one of the largest corporate Ethereum treasuries outside of the Ethereum Foundation itself. дальше »
2025-7-15 21:38 | |
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Caitlin Long: Operation Choke Point 2.0 is ‘not dead yet’
CEO of Custodia Bank Caitlin Long stated that the infamous Operation Choke Point 2.0 is very much still alive, contrary to what Vice President J.D Vance said in his speech about the crypto industry. In a recent interview, Caitlin Long… дальше »
2025-7-3 12:40 | |
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Australian crypto billionaire escapes kidnapping attempt after biting off attacker’s finger
Australian billionaire Tim Heath escaped a planned abduction in Estonia after a group of attackers attempted to extort his digital assets in a coordinated operation. According to local media, Heath had to physically fight off his attackers during the ambush,… дальше »
2025-7-3 10:01 | |
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Spain cracks down on €460M crypto fraud network in Europol-backed operation
Spanish authorities, with Europol and international partners, arrested five suspects in a major operation targeting a €460 million crypto fraud network. On 25 June, the Spanish Guardia Civil, backed by Europol and law enforcement partners from Estonia, France, and the… дальше »
2025-6-30 15:03 | |
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Trump torches Fed, Biden - calls debanking ‘very dangerous’ for U.S. economy
“Operation Chokepoint 2.0” has been blamed for crypto’s financial exclusion under Biden. Trump refuses to divest from crypto, says U.S. must stay competitive. Positioning himself as a The post Trump torches Fed, Biden - calls debanking ‘very dangerous’ for U.S. economy appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2025-6-28 17:00 | |
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Illegal crypto mining farm on state land shut down in Russia
Russian prosecutors have dismantled a massive illegal crypto mining farm operating on state-owned land without permits, disguised as an industrial plant. In Nazarovo, an industrial town in Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia, prosecutors have shut down an illegal open-air crypto mining operation… дальше »
2025-6-19 12:40 | |
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Why is crypto down today? Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana sink as Israel strikes Iran
The cryptocurrency market plunged on Friday, June 13, as rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East rattled investors. Following news that Israel had launched a major military operation against Iran, digital assets tumbled sharply. дальше »
2025-6-13 07:10 | |
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Crypto Founder Charged in DOJ Probe for Laundering $500M
A 38-year-old Russian founder of a cryptocurrency payment firm has been charged by the United States Department of Justice for the operation of a multi-million dollar money laundering scheme. According to a DOJ statement released on June 9, Iurii Gugnin,… дальше »
2025-6-11 09:09 | |
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$265m crypto scam: New Zealand man caught in FBI-led probe
A Wellington-based man was arrested in Auckland as part of an international investigation into a crypto scam operation allegedly stealing $265 million (NZD$450 million) from seven victims. New Zealand’s Financial Crime Group made the arrest following an FBI-led probe into… дальше »
2025-5-18 21:00 | |
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U.S. and Canadian authorities disrupt $4.3m crypto phishing scam
The U.S. Secret Service teamed up with Canadian authorities in a cross-border crackdown on a sophisticated crypto scam that drained $4.3 million from victims’ Ethereum wallets. The operation, dubbed “Operation Avalanche,” involved regulators, law enforcement, and crypto platforms working to… дальше »
2025-4-17 20:50 | |
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FBI Busts $24 Million Dark Web Crypto Laundering Operation
The FBI's investigation into Dark Web money laundering led to the arrest of ElonMuskWHM, revealing a network laundering millions from hackers and drug traffickers. The case highlights the growing challenge of crypto-related crime. дальше »
2025-4-10 22:32 | |
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UAE crypto firm fined $428K in FBI wash trading sting
UAE-based CLS Global fined $428,059 for wash trading in US crypto markets. The firm pleaded guilty to market manipulation and wire fraud. The case stemmed from an FBI sting operation involving a fake crypto company. дальше »
2025-4-4 06:38 | |
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Coincall Ranks Among Top 5 Crypto Options Exchanges, Launches ‘Earn While You Trade’ Feature For Traders
Coincall, a leading crypto exchange, is excited to announce that it is now among the Top 5 crypto exchanges by trading volume. Ranking among the top five is a significant milestone for Coincall, which has only been in operation for 18 months. дальше »
2025-3-30 17:28 | |
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US government seizes crypto tied to Hamas terrorist financing
The U.S. Department of Justice has seized approximately $201,400 in cryptocurrency linked to Hamas. This seizure was part of a terrorist financing operation that laundered over $1.5 million in virtual currency since October 2024, according to the DOJ. According to… дальше »
2025-3-28 20:53 | |
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While crypto is gradually getting legalized, its money laundering use persists — what are the trends?
Although Bybit CEO Ben Zhou says 88% of stolen crypto is still traceable, the recent Bybit hack has been linked to an unprecedented money laundering operation. Is money laundering via crypto on the rise? Let’s break it down. BlackRock’s Larry… дальше »
2025-3-21 22:03 | |
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Elon Musk says X is under massive cyberattack, possibly linked to a state-sponsored operation
The cyberattack on X highlights the growing vulnerability of digital platforms to sophisticated threats, potentially impacting global cybersecurity. The post Elon Musk says X is under massive cyberattack, possibly linked to a state-sponsored operation appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-3-13 20:56 | |
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SEC dismisses Cumberland DRW lawsuit over unregistered securities trading
Months after accusing Cumberland DRW of running an unregistered securities trading operation, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has decided to drop the case. In a March 4 X post, the Chicago-based crypto firm said it had signed a joint… дальше »
2025-3-5 09:37 | |
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US seeks court approval to return $8.2m in seized crypto to scam victims
The United States Attorney’s Office in Ohio is looking to forfeit millions in seized crypto from a scam operation and return it to victims who were tricked into fake investments. According to a recent statement, authorities have asked the court… дальше »
2025-3-3 10:28 | |
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U.K. man sentenced to 4 years for illegal crypto ATM operation
Olumide Osunkoya has been sentenced to four years in prison for illegally operating cryptocurrency automated teller machines in the United Kingdom. The 46-year-old faced charges related to running crypto ATMs through his company, GidiPlus, with machines installed at multiple locations… дальше »
2025-3-1 22:32 | |
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FBI initiative saves thousands from crypto scams, recovers $285 million
The FBI’s initiative to counter crypto investment fraud has helped thousands of victims avoid losing millions of dollars since its launch, according to a Feb. 13 press release. Dubbed Operation Level Up, the program proactively identifies individuals in the midst of being scammed and intervenes before they lose their money. дальше »
2025-2-14 00:00 | |
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FBI saved victims $285m from crypto scams: report
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation says it helped save an estimated $285 million that victims would have lost to cryptocurrency scams. According to a report published on Feb. 13, the FBI pointed to an initiative dubbed “Operation Level Up”… дальше »
2025-2-14 22:18 | |
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Illegal Bitcoin mining operation explodes in Malaysia
An illegal Bitcoin mining operation was discovered in a house in Malaysia, adding to the toll on the country’s power grid and contributing to the trend in electricity theft driven by illicit crypto mining activities. On Feb. 13, an explosion… дальше »
2025-2-14 14:04 | |
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Crypto Fraud Alert: Nigeria Unmasks Global Scam, 53 Charged
Nigerian law enforcement has uncovered a sophisticated global crypto scam operation in Lagos during a general cybercrime raid. One of the most coordinated activities against crypto fraud in West Africa this year, the recent raid resulted in the arrest of 53 people from different nationalities. дальше »
2025-2-9 21:30 | |
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XRP Ledger resumes operation after brief network halt, no loss of user assets
The incident highlights the resilience and self-correcting capabilities of blockchain networks, emphasizing the importance of robust safeguards. The post XRP Ledger resumes operation after brief network halt, no loss of user assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-2-6 05:41 | |
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US Oversight Committee Starts Investigation on Operation Choke Point 2.0
The House and Senate intensify investigations into Operation Choke Point 2.0, signaling heightened federal scrutiny and crypto industry collaboration. The post US Oversight Committee Starts Investigation on Operation Choke Point 2.0 appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2025-1-25 00:47 | |
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Ledger co-founder David Balland and wife released following kidnapping and high-stakes rescue operation
The incident highlights the growing security risks in the crypto industry, emphasizing the need for enhanced protective measures for key figures. The post Ledger co-founder David Balland and wife released following kidnapping and high-stakes rescue operation appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-1-24 15:35 | |
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FBI Shuts Down $20 Million Crypto Laundering Operation, Indian Man Gets 10 Years in Prison
Anurag Murarka's $20M crypto laundering network used hawala and dark web services. An FBI-led operation led to his 10-year prison sentence. The post FBI Shuts Down $20 Million Crypto Laundering Operation, Indian Man Gets 10 Years in Prison appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2025-1-20 15:24 | |
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TON Foundation plans US expansion
TON Foundation seeks US expansion amid growing crypto-friendly environment. In the crypto market, Telegram-related blockchain project is powered by the Toncoin (TON) token. Telegram related blockchain platform The Open Network (TON) plans to extend its operation networks in the US. дальше »
2025-1-14 22:30 | |
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Ripple CTO Exposes Sophisticated Scam Tactics Mimicking Crypto Exchanges
In response to a phishing operation especially meant to target users of the cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, David Schwartz, Chief Technology Officer of Ripple, has issued a warning to the XRP community. дальше »
2025-1-13 14:30 | |
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Thai authorities bust Bitcoin mining farm in multi-million Baht electricity theft scandal
Authorities uncovered a massive Bitcoin mining scheme in Thailand, seizing nearly 1,000 machines. The operation strained Thailand’s power grid, echoing global concerns over crypto mining's enThe post Thai authorities bust Bitcoin mining farm in multi-million Baht electricity theft scandal appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2025-1-11 11:00 | |
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FDIC interim chair calls crypto debanking ‘unacceptable’ amid concerns over Operation Chokepoint 2.0
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) interim Chair Travis Hill acknowledged the agency’s role in “debanking” crypto firms during a speech in St. Louis on Jan. 10. Hill pointed to accounts of crypto-related businesses losing access to banking services without explanation, placing them alongside historically debanked groups such as politically disfavored industries and individuals associated with […] The post FDIC interim chair calls crypto debanking ‘unacceptable’ amid concerns over Operation Chokepoint 2.0 appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2025-1-11 23:30 | |
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Nigeria’s EFCC arrests 792 in massive crypto scam crackdown
In a groundbreaking operation, Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) dismantled a sophisticated cryptocurrency fraud syndicate, arresting 792 suspects. This unprecedented crackdown took place on December 10 in Lagos, uncovering a global web of cybercrime that revolved around romance scams and cryptocurrency fraud. дальше »
2025-1-7 15:50 | |
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Hackers use fake Zoom links to target crypto users, steal $1M: report
A sophisticated phishing scam targeting cryptocurrency users has been uncovered, exploiting fake Zoom meeting links to distribute malware and steal assets. The operation, exposed by blockchain security firm SlowMist, saw hackers mimicking Zoom’s platform to compromise sensitive information, including private keys and wallet credentials. дальше »
2024-12-27 14:21 | |
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LATAM crypto trends 2024: Brazil regulates stablecoins, Colombia ranks fifth in crypto adoption
In 2024, Latin America has shown surprising growth in the cryptocurrency sector. Colombia, for example, has risen to fifth place in the region of cryptocurrency adoption. However, the region’s diverse legal frameworks have created “grey areas” in the regulation and operation of cryptocurrencies throughout Latin America. дальше »
2024-12-26 12:28 | |
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What is Operation Choke Point 2.0? Trump vows to end it
Trump's vow to end Operation Choke Point 2. 0 could reshape crypto's banking access, potentially revitalizing the industry's growth and innovation. The post What is Operation Choke Point 2. дальше »
2024-12-22 16:38 | |
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Nigeria crypto and romance scams: 792 suspects arrested by authorities
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Nigeria has dismantled an elaborate international fraud operation, arresting 792 suspects allegedly involved in crypto investment and romance scams. дальше »
2024-12-18 09:19 | |
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White House Crypto Czar David Sacks Likely to Probe Alleged Regulatory ‘Choke’ on Industry
David Sacks, soon to be appointed as the White House’s “Crypto and AI Czar,” has indicated that he will open investigations into what crypto industry leaders are calling “Operation Choke Point 2.0” — a reported initiative designed to cut off financial services to cryptocurrency businesses. дальше »
2024-12-8 20:39 | |
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Donald Trump’s Crypto Czar David Sacks to Tackle Operation Choke Point 2.0
David Sacks, Trump’s crypto czar, promises to combat "Operation Choke Point 2.0," addressing alleged banking suppression of cryptocurrency firms. The post Donald Trump’s Crypto Czar David Sacks to Tackle Operation Choke Point 2.0 appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2024-12-8 17:00 | |
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