Crypto Crime
Texas Brothers Plead Guilty to $8M Crypto Kidnapping Case
Two brothers face up to 20 years in prison for a violent $8M crypto heist in Minnesota, highlighting rising crypto-related attacks.
Brazil Faces $318B Crypto Market Crime Surge Amid New Rules
Cartel money laundering, Russian sanctions evasion, and Chinese networks target Brazil’s $318B crypto market as regulations tighten.
Chainalysis Partners with Korean Police to Combat Crypto Crime
Chainalysis signs MoU with Korean National Police Agency to enhance investigations into crypto-related crime through training and AI tools.
US Charges Trio for $6.5M Crypto Wrench Attacks
Three men face charges for a $6.5M crypto theft spree involving violent 'wrench attacks' in California. Details on their methods and charges.
Australian Police Seize $4.1M in Bitcoin in Darknet Crackdown
Australian police seized $4.1M in Bitcoin tied to darknet activity, marking one of the country's largest crypto-related busts.
Telegram Founder Links Tax Data Leaks to Crypto Kidnappings in France
Pavel Durov claims leaked tax data is fueling a surge in crypto-related kidnappings in France, with authorities now reporting one case every 2.5 days.
US Freezes $701M in Crypto Tied to Southeast Asia Scam Centers
The US has frozen $701M in crypto linked to Southeast Asian scam networks targeting Americans, dismantling fake sites and Telegram channels.
Crypto Crime Professionalization: 2026 Report Highlights Emerging Threats
Chainalysis reports on the professionalization of crypto crime, highlighting a dramatic rise in nation-state activities and sophisticated laundering networks.
IRS-CI's Crypto Crime Tracking: A Deep Dive into $10 Billion Illicit Activity
Explore how IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) tracks crypto crime, executing over 1400 warrants and seizing millions in assets. Learn about their strategies and major takedowns.
Tether's T3 Unit Freezes $300 Million in Illicit Crypto Funds
Tether's T3 Financial Crime Unit has frozen $300 million in illicit funds, marking a significant step in combating crypto-related crime across multiple continents.