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Darknet Drug Kingpin Rui-Siang Lin Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Crypto-Enabled Narcotics Operation
04.02.2026 08:48
In a landmark case highlighting the intersection of cryptocurrency and illicit online markets, Rui-Siang Lin, the operator of the \"Incognito Market\" darknet platform, has been sentenced to 30 years ...
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Wrench Attacks Surge 75% in 2026 as Cryptocurrency Crime Turns Violent
02.02.2026 17:51
A disturbing new trend is emerging in the cryptocurrency space, with physical \"wrench attacks\" against crypto holders seeing a sharp 75% increase in 2026. This violent form of crime, which involves ...
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U.S. Authorities Seize $400M in Crypto from Helix Mixer in Major Drug Money Laundering Crackdown
30.01.2026 22:48
In a significant enforcement action, U.S. government agencies have confiscated approximately $400 million in cryptocurrency linked to the Helix mixing service. The seizure is part of a crackdown on al...
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TRM Labs Report Reveals Sharp Increase in Crypto Crime After Years of Decline
28.01.2026 17:18
A new report from blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs indicates a significant resurgence in cryptocurrency-related illicit activity in 2023, reversing a multi-year trend of decline. The analysis sho...
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Chainalysis Report: Crypto Money Laundering Hits $82B, Chinese Services Lead
27.01.2026 17:24
A new report from blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis reveals a significant surge in cryptocurrency-based money laundering. The total volume laundered through crypto assets reached approximately $82...
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FBI Arrests Former Olympic Athlete in Drug Trafficking Case Involving Cryptocurrency Proceeds
24.01.2026 01:18
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has apprehended a former Olympic athlete accused of operating a major drug distribution network. According to court documents, the individual allegedly utiliz...
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South Korean Authorities Bust Chinese Crypto Laundering Ring, Seize Over $100M in Digital Assets
19.01.2026 15:51
South Korean law enforcement has successfully dismantled a major international criminal operation. A Chinese-organized crime ring, specializing in crypto money laundering, was arrested in South Korea....
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Southern Utah Man Gets 3 Years Prison for Crypto Wire Fraud Scheme Involving Digital Assets
16.01.2026 13:48
A federal court has sentenced a man from Southern Utah to three years in prison for orchestrating a wire fraud scheme connected to cryptocurrency investments. The scheme defrauded multiple victims by ...
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Spanish Police Dismantle Crypto Kidnapping Gang Following Fatal Assault on Investor
14.12.2025 16:18
Spanish law enforcement has successfully dismantled a criminal organization specializing in cryptocurrency-related kidnappings. The operation was launched after a violent incident resulted in the deat...
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Brazil Court Convicts 14 in Landmark $95M Crypto Money Laundering Case Involving Drug Cartels
02.12.2025 20:18
A Brazilian court has sentenced 14 individuals for their roles in a sophisticated money laundering scheme that moved approximately $95 million in drug trafficking proceeds. The operation, dismantled b...
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European Authorities Shut Down Cryptomixer in $1.51B Bitcoin Seizure, Targeting Crypto Crime
01.12.2025 18:48
European law enforcement agencies have successfully seized the infrastructure of a major cryptocurrency mixing service known as Cryptomixer. The operation, coordinated by Europol, led to the takedown ...
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UK Criminal Network Used Bitcoin to Launder Billions in Drug Money to Russia, NCA Reports
22.11.2025 18:48
The UK\'s National Crime Agency (NCA) has uncovered a massive criminal network that utilized cryptocurrency, primarily Bitcoin (BTC), to launder billions in drug proceeds to Russia. According to NCA i...
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Samourai Wallet Co-Founder Receives 4-Year Prison Sentence for Illegal Crypto Money Transmitting
20.11.2025 02:18
Samourai Wallet co-founder Bill Hill has been sentenced to 4 years in federal prison for operating an unlicensed money transmitting business. The cryptocurrency mixing service facilitated over $2 bill...
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ICIJ Investigation Reveals \'Coin Laundry\' - Crypto Money Laundering System Exposed
17.11.2025 12:18
The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) has uncovered a sophisticated cryptocurrency money laundering scheme dubbed \'Coin Laundry.\' This criminal financial system enables il...
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Brazil Plans Bitcoin Seizure Sales to Disrupt Criminal Crypto Operations
12.11.2025 20:27
Brazilian authorities have announced a strategic initiative to liquidate confiscated Bitcoin holdings as part of a comprehensive effort to dismantle organized crime networks. The government\'s proposa...
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U.S. Launches New Crypto Crime Task Force Targeting Overseas Pig Butchering Scams Following Burma Operation
12.11.2025 19:48
The United States has established a specialized strike force to combat international \"pig butchering\" cryptocurrency scams after successfully disrupting a major operation in Burma. This new interage...
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China Alleges US Stole 127,000 Bitcoin in Major Cryptocurrency Hack
11.11.2025 12:48
Chinese authorities have formally accused the United States of orchestrating a high-profile cryptocurrency theft involving 127,000 BTC. The allegations point to a sophisticated cyber operation targeti...
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T3 Financial Crime Unit Freezes $300M in Crypto Assets with Tron and Tether Support
31.10.2025 13:18
The T3 Financial Crime Unit, supported by major blockchain entities Tron, Tether, and TRM Labs, has successfully frozen $300 million in assets linked to illicit activities. This collaboration enhances...
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White House Denies Involvement in Heather Morgan Prison Release - Bitcoin Case Update
28.10.2025 20:51
The White House has officially denied any involvement in the early prison release of Heather \"Razzlekhan\" Morgan, the convicted Bitcoin money launderer. Morgan, known for her rapper alias Razzlekhan...
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North Korea AI Hackers Revolutionize Cryptocurrency Cybercrime With Advanced Technology
25.10.2025 15:18
North Korean state-sponsored hackers are leveraging artificial intelligence to conduct sophisticated cryptocurrency theft operations. These AI-powered cybercriminals are developing new methods to bypa...
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HSBC Invests in Elliptic: Major Banking Backing for Blockchain Analytics & Crypto Compliance
24.09.2025 11:52
Blockchain analytics and crypto compliance leader Elliptic has secured a major strategic investment from global banking giant HSBC. This landmark deal solidifies Elliptic\'s unique position as the onl...