CYBERCRIME
Due to blockchain's privacy feature, many cybercrimes are committed with cryptocurrencies as their medium.
EU Sanctions 'Stern,' Trickbot Ransomware Leader Tied to $300M
EU sanctions Vitaly Kovalev, aka 'Stern,' for leading Trickbot and Conti ransomware operations with over $300M in payments tied to his wallets.
U.S., U.K., and Australia Impose Sanctions on Russian Cybercrime Networks
In a coordinated effort, the U.S., U.K., and Australia have sanctioned Russian bulletproof hosting providers involved in ransomware and cybercrime activities.
FBI's Virtual Assets Unit: A Strategic Frontline Against Cryptocurrency Crime
The FBI's Virtual Assets Unit, led by Patrick Wyman, combats crypto crime by unifying expertise and innovative strategies, showcasing the agency's proactive approach to digital currency challenges.
FBI's Evolving Role in Combatting Crypto Crime and National Security Threats
FBI Deputy Assistant Director James Barnacle discusses the agency's evolving strategies to combat crypto crime, ransomware, and national security threats alongside Chainalysis Co-founder Jonathan Levin.
Microsoft Targets Cybercrime with Chainalysis: Insights from Maurice Mason
Microsoft's Digital Crimes Unit, aided by Chainalysis tools, disrupts a major phishing operation targeting Office 365, marking a pivotal integration of cryptocurrency tracing in its cybercrime efforts.
UK's Cyber Crime Strategy: Strengthening Crypto Policing
UK law enforcement is ramping up its fight against crypto crime through government funding, training, and strategic partnerships, according to insights from NPCC's Andrew Gould.
Seoul Police Dismantles International Hacking Ring with Chainalysis Technology
The Seoul Police have successfully dismantled a sophisticated international cybercrime operation, recovering 39 billion won using Chainalysis blockchain intelligence tools.
Seoul Police Dismantle Major Cybercrime Network Involving Cryptocurrency
The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency has dismantled a sophisticated international hacking operation, recovering part of the 39 billion won stolen using advanced blockchain intelligence tools.
IntelBroker Arrest Highlights Bitcoin's Role in Cybercrime Bust
The takedown of BreachForum's IntelBroker showcases the pivotal role of cryptocurrency analysis in dismantling cybercrime networks. Learn how blockchain analytics aided in the arrest.
OFAC Targets Aeza Group for Enabling Cybercrime with Bulletproof Hosting
The U.S. Treasury's OFAC has sanctioned Aeza Group for providing hosting services that facilitate ransomware and cybercrime, marking a significant move against global cybercrime infrastructure.
Geneva Police Strategizes for Metaverse Policing and Cybercrime
Geneva police prepare for the future of digital crime in the metaverse, emphasizing public-private partnerships and AI integration, according to Chainalysis.
Garantex Crypto Exchange Dismantled in Major International Crackdown
Authorities from the U.S., Germany, and Finland have dismantled the Russian crypto exchange Garantex, seizing domains and freezing illicit funds in a significant blow to the cybercrime economy.
Ransomware Payments Drop as Victim Resilience Increases in 2024
Ransomware payments saw a significant 35.82% year-over-year decline in 2024, driven by enhanced law enforcement and victim resilience, according to Chainalysis.
Blockchain Technology Revolutionizes Crime Prevention, Says Former FBI Agent
Gurvais Grigg, ex-FBI and CTO at Chainalysis, discusses how blockchain intelligence is transforming crime prevention from reactive to proactive, enabling law enforcement to tackle crypto-related crimes more effectively.
Tether (USDT) Assists Canadian Police in Crypto Recovery Operation
Tether collaborates with the Ontario Provincial Police to recover stolen cryptocurrency, highlighting its commitment to regulatory compliance and public safety in the digital assets sector.