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Teen Indicted for Over $1 Million Cryptocurrency Heist Through SIM Swapping

A 19-year-old faces charges for a SIM swapping scheme, stealing over $1 million in cryptocurrency. Learn about the allegations and impacts.

Man Charged in SIM-Swap Fraud Scheme Targeting Crypto Executives

Learn how a Pennsylvania man was charged with wire fraud and extortion via SIM-swapping targeting cryptocurrency executives. A cautionary tale.

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Coinbase Secures Patent for Non-Compliant Account Detection System

Discover how Coinbase’s new patent aims to enhance compliance in cryptocurrency through innovative account monitoring.

From Numbers to Nuggets: The Tale of a Digital Marketing Embezzler

Discover how a former executive embezzled $22 million for gambling and cryptocurrency, leading to a potential 22-year prison sentence.

Two Massachusetts Men Charged with Cryptocurrency Theft via SIM Swapping

Two Massachusetts men face charges for stealing cryptocurrency from victims through SIM swapping tactics, targeting executives in the crypto industry.

Identity Theft Scheme Unveils Millionaire Game Developer’s Struggles

Marc Merrill, Riot Games co-founder, became a victim of identity theft in a $5M crypto mining scheme. Discover the bizarre details.

BitMEX Email Leak: What You Need to Know About Privacy and Security

Discover what happened in the BitMEX email leak, the exchange’s response, and the implications for user safety and privacy.

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Reevaluating KYC: Are We Sacrificing Security for Compliance?

Explore the complexities of KYC in cryptocurrency amidst recent data leaks. Is the trade-off for security really worth it?

Belgium’s FSMA Cracks Down on Cryptocurrency Fraud: Nine New Scams Added to Blacklist

FSMA adds nine new crypto scam sites to its blacklist, bringing the total to 131. Stay informed to avoid falling victim to fraud!

Fighting SIM Swapping: Michael Terpin’s Battle Against Telecom Fraud

Michael Terpin battles SIM swapping fraud with an open letter to the FCC, proposing new regulations to protect consumers from telecom scams.