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Man arrested after failed crypto exchange robbery with grenades in Russia
Russian police detained a man who tried to rob a crypto exchange with fake grenades, as Russia faces rising crypto-related crimes and asset thefts. Russian authorities have detained a man who attempted to rob a cryptocurrency exchange using smoke and… дальше »
2025-11-25 15:49 | |
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‘Cryptoqueen’ fraudster Zhimin Qian receives 11-year jail term in UK
Zhimin Qian, the Chinese “cryptoqueen” arrested for masterminding a $5.5 billion Bitcoin scam, has received an 11-year jail sentence in the U.K. дальше »
2025-11-12 21:45 | |
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Former NRL star Trent Merrin arrested over alleged $140K crypto theft in Australia
Former Australian Rugby Star Trent Merrin has been arrested for stealing AUD $140,000 worth of cryptocurrency using deceptive means. Merrin, who is a renowned former forward known for his stints with the Kangaroos, New South Wales Blues, and NRL clubs… дальше »
2025-11-6 10:52 | |
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OctaFX Ponzi takedown: India’s ED seizes $286M in crypto, mastermind arrested
India’s Enforcement Directorate has seized cryptocurrency worth $286 million under anti-money laundering laws. They also announced the arrest of Pavel Prozorov, the alleged mastermind behind the multi-billion-dollar OctaFX Ponzi scheme. дальше »
2025-10-19 21:00 | |
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Delhi’s ‘Crypto queen’ arrested as India struggles with crypto scams and no regulations
Indian police have dismantled a work-from-home scam that laundered stolen funds through cryptocurrency, arresting five individuals, including a woman dubbed Delhi’s ‘crypto queen’. According to local media, the accused ran a Telegram-based network that lured victims into completing fake online… дальше »
2025-7-28 11:36 | |
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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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WhiteRock plummets amid arrest of founder linked to $30m Zkasino fraud
WhiteRock’s native token has plunged nearly 25% in the past 24 hours amid reports that its founder, Ildar Ilham, has been arrested in the United Arab Emirates. The price of WhiteRock (WHITE), the token that powers the on-chain brokerage for… дальше »
2025-7-4 19:18 | |
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Spain Busts Massive Crypto Scam Gang That Stole $540 Million
Spanish authorities have arrested five individuals linked to an international crypto scam ring, which targeted victims in 30 countries, stealing up to $540 million. Despite the arrests, the investigation continues. дальше »
2025-7-1 19:45 | |
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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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Inside the $90M Nobitex hack: a layer-by-layer breakdown
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. дальше »
2025-6-28 11:07 | |
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Israeli man arrested for acting as an Iranian spy in exchange for cryptocurrency
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. дальше »
2025-6-24 09:46 | |
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France makes new arrests in ongoing crypto kidnapping case
French authorities have arrested more suspects believed to be linked to a string of violent abductions targeting cryptocurrency executives and their families. According to a June 11 Barron’s report, the latest arrests were made on Tuesday as part of the… дальше »
2025-6-12 09:42 | |
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Morocco arrests key suspect in French crypto kidnapping spree
Moroccan authorities have arrested Badiss Mohamed Amide Bajjou, a French-Moroccan national accused of playing a leading role in a string of high-profile kidnappings targeting cryptocurrency executives and their families in France. дальше »
2025-6-5 11:04 | |
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Mastermind Behind French Crypto Kidnapping Cases Arrested in Morocco
The arrest of Badiss Mohamed Amide Bajjou in Morocco is a significant breakthrough in the French crypto kidnapping case, but concerns remain about the global rise of similar crimes. The post Mastermind Behind French Crypto Kidnapping Cases Arrested in Morocco appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2025-6-4 18:43 | |
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Vietnam busts $400m crypto scam running fake exchange
Vietnamese authorities have arrested key figures behind a nationwide cryptocurrency scam that defrauded tens of thousands of investors out of nearly 10 trillion VND (approximately $400 million). The fraud ring operated under the guise of a fake virtual currency exchange… дальше »
2025-5-28 17:37 | |
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Crypto entrepreneur arrested for kidnapping and torturing his ex-business partner with chainsaw and cocaine
This incident highlights the potential for extreme criminal behavior in the crypto industry, raising concerns about security and trust. The post Crypto entrepreneur arrested for kidnapping and torturing his ex-business partner with chainsaw and cocaine appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2025-5-27 19:35 | |
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Blum co-founder arrested, GENIUS Act proceeds, Trump’s WLFI integrates Chainlink | Weekly Recap
Today’s edition of the weekly recap covers the arrest of Blum co-founder Vladimir Smerkis, progress on U. S. stablecoin legislation, and World Liberty Financial’s blockchain integration. дальше »
2025-5-19 21:23 | |
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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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Prosecutors face backlash for suppressing evidence in Samourai Wallet case
On May 5, 2025, it was revealed that the DOJ was well-informed that the crypto mixer Samourai Wallet didn’t fit the definition of a money transmitter. However, it didn’t stop the prosecution: Samourai co-founders were arrested anyway. A year later,… дальше »
2025-5-8 15:53 | |
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Israeli-Russian man faces extradition to US over $190m Nomad crypto hack
Alexander Gurevich, a dual Russian-Israeli citizen, was arrested at Israel’s Ben-Gurion Airport on May 1 while attempting to flee to Russia under a new name. The 47-year-old is accused of participating in the 2022 hack of US-based Nomad, a crypto… дальше »
2025-5-5 18:44 | |
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LAPD recovers $2.7m in stolen Bitcoin mining equipment
Two suspects tied to a South American cargo theft ring were arrested after Los Angeles police recovered over $3. 9 million in stolen goods—including $2. 7 million worth of Bitcoin mining computers intercepted at LAX. дальше »
2025-4-23 23:00 | |
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Former Goldman Sachs executive arrested for alleged crypto casino fraud
Former Wall Street executive Richard Kim has been arrested and charged with wire fraud and securities fraud for allegedly misappropriating over $4 million from investors in a blockchain-based online casino startup called ZeroEdge. According to a sworn affidavit filed by… дальше »
2025-4-18 20:21 | |
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Ethereum developer Virgil Griffith released early from prison
Ethereum developer and early contributor Virgil Griffith has been granted early release from prison after serving nearly five years for violating U.S. sanctions on North Korea. Griffith, 41, was arrested in 2019 following a controversial trip to North Korea, where… дальше »
2025-4-9 18:29 | |
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Crypto scammers nabbed in India for $700k fraud posing as a Japanese exchange
Law enforcement in India has arrested five suspects who allegedly duped a businessman out of roughly $700,000 via a fake cryptocurrency trading platform. According to local media, the five suspects, including one woman, were taken into custody following an investigation… дальше »
2025-3-27 10:58 | |
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Florida Police Arrests Ben “BitBoy” Armstrong Over Emails Sent to Judge
Crypto influencer Ben "BitBoy" Armstrong was arrested in Georgia after allegedly sending harassing emails to a judge. His lack of bond and a pattern of controversial behavior raises questions about his future in the community. дальше »
2025-3-26 19:21 | |
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Crypto influencer Ben ‘BitBoy’ Armstrong arrested over alleged threats to judge
Ben Armstrong, known as “BitBoy” in the crypto world, was arrested on March 25, 2025, in Volusia County, Florida, for allegedly sending threatening emails to a judge. According to the Volusia County Division of Corrections, Armstrong is classified as a… дальше »
2025-3-26 17:45 | |
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Crypto Exchange Garantex Co-Founder Arrested In India Over Extradition Request
Authorities in India have apprehended Aleksej Besciokov, the alleged co-founder of Garantex, a cryptocurrency exchange reportedly implicated in “extensive money laundering activities (MLA). ” $60 Billion In Transactions Linked To Criminal Activity Besciokov, a 46-year-old Lithuanian national, was reportedly arrested while vacationing with his family in Varkala, a coastal city in the Indian state of Kerala. дальше »
2025-3-14 22:15 | |
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Garantex co-founder Aleksej Besciokov arrested by Indian authorities: report
Indian police have arrested Aleksej Besciokov, co-founder of Garantex, a Russian cryptocurrency exchange sanctioned by the U.S. and the European Union for facilitating money laundering. Besciokov, a Lithuanian national, was detained in Varkala, Kerala, under India’s extradition law, according to… дальше »
2025-3-13 21:39 | |
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Yescoin Founder Arrested by Police Amid Repeated Delays in Token Launch
Yescoin’s founder was arrested over a business dispute, raising concerns about the platform’s future. The token launch is still set for March 31, but skepticism is mounting. The post Yescoin Founder Arrested by Police Amid Repeated Delays in Token Launch appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2025-3-8 00:04 | |
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Indian police bust $2m RSN crypto scam with alleged ties to China
Law enforcement in India has arrested three in connection to a large-scale crypto fraud that lured over 2,000 victims with promises of lucrative returns. According to local media, police in the northeastern Indian state of Assam have cracked down on… дальше »
2025-3-3 11:15 | |
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Gotbit founder extradited to the US to face market manipulation charges
Gotbit founder and CEO Aleksei Andriunin was extradited to the US on Feb. 25, the US Attorney’s Office, District of Massachusetts said. The 26-year old Russian national was arrested in October 2024 over allegations of market manipulation and fraud. дальше »
2025-2-27 23:10 | |
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South Korean ‘coin king’ re-arrested for $47m crypto fraud
South Korean crypto figure Park, known as “Jonbur Kim” or the “Coin King,” has been arrested again on fresh fraud charges. This arrest comes just weeks after his release on bail for a separate crypto scam case. The Seoul Southern… дальше »
2025-2-21 17:34 | |
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Safemoon CTO pleads guilty in $200m crypto fraud case
Safemoon CTO Thomas Smith has pleaded guilty to charges in a $200 million crypto fraud case. US authories arrested the Safemoon exec, alongside CEO Braden John Karony, in 2023. Thomas Smith, the chief technology officer of SafeMoon LLC, has pleaded guilty to two charges of securities fraud conspiracy and wire fraud conspiracy. дальше »
2025-2-22 14:06 | |
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Two UK men arrested in crypto fraud targeting elderly victim
Two men have been arrested in connection with a cryptocurrency fraud case that led to a 75-year-old Aberdeenshire man losing a six-figure sum. Police began investigating the case in July 2024. On February 18, 2025, officers from North East Division… дальше »
2025-2-20 22:34 | |
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Jailed BTC-e operator Vinnik released in US-Russia prisoner swap
US to release jailed BTC-e operator Alexander Vinnik in a prisoner swap with Russia. Vinnik, arrested in 2017, is part of the exchange that saw Russia release jailed US schoolteacher Marc Fogel. Alexander Vinnik, jailed in the US after being convicted on charges of money laundering, is being released as part of a prisoner swap. дальше »
2025-2-13 21:56 | |
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Phuket police arrest four Russian nationals accused of running crypto-ransomware attacks
Law enforcement in Phuket has arrested four hackers suspected of orchestrating ransomware attacks on Swiss firms and stealing millions in cryptocurrency. The accused, all Russian nationals, reportedly deployed ransomware on the networks of 17 Swiss companies between April 2023 and… дальше »
2025-2-12 10:09 | |
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Jakarta police nab 20 in crypto scam targeting women on Tinder and Bumble
Police in Jakarta have dismantled a crypto romance scam syndicate that targeted victims on dating apps and duped them using a fake crypto trading platform. The Metro Gambir Police in Central Jakarta have arrested 20 suspects in connection with an… дальше »
2025-1-30 14:32 | |
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Donald Trump signs order, pardons Silk Road creator Ross Ulbricht
Ross Ulbricht was the creator of Silk Road, a darknet marketplace that sold illegal products and services Ulbricht was arrested in 2013 and convicted in 2015 and sentenced to two life sentences plus 40 years without parole President Donald Trump has signed and given a full pardon to Silk Road creator Ross Ulbricht who’s spent […] The post Donald Trump signs order, pardons Silk Road creator Ross Ulbricht appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »
2025-1-22 16:39 | |
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Breaking: President Trump pardons Silk Road mastermind Ross Ulbricht
Silk Road creator Ross Ulbricht finally sees freedom after gaining a pardon from President Trump Ulbricht was arrested in 2013 for being the mastermind of one of the biggest darknet marketplaceThe post Breaking: President Trump pardons Silk Road mastermind Ross Ulbricht appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2025-1-22 03:09 | |
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Indian scammers use Tether’s USDT to launder funds outside the country
Cybercriminals in the Indian state of Rajasthan are using stablecoins like USDT to funnel illicit loot to scam operators outside the country. According to local media, Rajasthan law enforcement has arrested several money mules who played a critical role in… дальше »
2025-1-20 13:13 | |
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South Korea arrests six Chinese suspects over alleged $690k Tether heist: report
Six Chinese nationals were arrested in Jeju, South Korea, for allegedly assaulting a dealer and stealing $689,000 during a stablecoin exchange. Authorities in Jeju Island, South Korea‘s largest island, have arrested six Chinese nationals for allegedly stealing 1 billion won… дальше »
2025-1-20 10:41 | |
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Taiwanese man arrested for illicit USDT use, first case under new AML laws
Taiwanese authorities have apprehended a 30-year-old man, identified as Chen, for operating as an unregistered virtual currency dealer under newly enforced anti-money laundering regulations. Chen, based in Kaohsiung, had been using Facebook groups to solicit cryptocurrency trades and arrange in-person… дальше »
2025-1-10 17:02 | |
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