CRYPTO FRAUD
Uphold Fined $5M Over Fraudulent Crypto Scheme Promoted in NY
Uphold will pay $5M after promoting CredEarn, a fraudulent crypto product. New York AG Letitia James continues her crackdown on deceptive practices.
Judge Rejects Sam Bankman-Fried's Bid for New Trial
Sam Bankman-Fried's motion for a new trial was denied by Judge Kaplan, citing baseless claims. The former FTX CEO is serving a 25-year sentence.
Poland Investigates Zondacrypto as CEO Reportedly Flees
Polish prosecutors are probing Zondacrypto for alleged fraud, with CEO Przemysław Kral reportedly fleeing to Israel. Losses may exceed $97 million.
Ex-FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Drops New Trial Motion Amid Ongoing Appeals
Sam Bankman-Fried withdraws his motion for a new trial but continues to seek a new judge and pursue an appeal of his conviction and 25-year sentence.
Meta-1 Coin Fraudster Robert Dunlap Gets 23 Years for $20M Scam
Texas man Robert Dunlap sentenced to 23 years in federal prison for orchestrating Meta-1 Coin fraud that bilked nearly 1,000 investors out of $20 million.
HKMA Issues Fraud Alert Over Fake Social Media Accounts Impersonating Regulator
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns public about fraudulent social media accounts impersonating the regulator and Chief Executive Eddie Yue. Police investigating.
German Crypto Firm USI Tech Founder Charged in $150 Million Fraud Scheme
Horst Jicha, founder of USI Tech, has been charged with defrauding investors of $150 million in a fraudulent crypto scheme, marking a significant development in regulatory action against crypto-related crimes.
Former IcomTech CEO Marco Ochoa Sentenced for Wire Fraud Involving Crypto Ponzi Scheme
Marco Ochoa, ex-CEO of IcomTech, has been sentenced to five years in prison for wire fraud in a crypto Ponzi scheme, with a $914,000 forfeiture and two years of supervised release.
LUNA Do Kwon's Trial Postponement Request Amid Extradition Delays
Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon requests postponement of his U.S. trial, scheduled for January 29th, to mid-March due to extradition challenges in Montenegro. The SEC filed fraud charges against Kwon in February 2023, related to the collapse of TerraUSD and LUNA tokens.
CFTC Whistleblower Program Gains Traction with $16 Million Awarded in 2023
The CFTC's Whistleblower Program in 2023 awarded $16 million to whistleblowers, contributing to over $3 billion in enforcement sanctions. Recognizing their role in combating financial fraud, the program now focuses on environmental fraud through a task force.
SEC Freezes Assets of DEBT Box in $50 Million Crypto Fraud Case
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has obtained a temporary asset freeze, restraining order, and other emergency relief against Digital Licensing Inc., a Utah-based entity operating as "DEBT Box," along with its four principals and 13 other defendants.
Seoul Prosecutors Probe Crypto Fraud at Delio, Haru, Pica, and WeMade
Seoul's prosecutors probe alleged crypto fraud at Delio, Haru Invest, Pica Project, and WeMade. The joint investigation team aims to expedite the processing of these high-profile cases.
UK Regulator FCA Places 50 Crypto Firms Under Investigation
The United Kingdom’s apex market regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is taking a proactive approach to curbing scams and is investigating 50 exchanges
Ernst & Young Trustee Outline Options for Compensating QuadrigaCX Victims
Ernst & Young has filed a report with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice suggesting how the court should distribute the recovered funds.
Crypto Escrow Company Promises Bitcoin, Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Client Over $3 Million
Jon Barry Thompson, the executive of Volantis Market Making cryptocurrency escrow company, has pleaded guilty in a crypto escrow scam worth $3.25 million.