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UK’s finance watchdog defends ‘too tough’ on crypto stance
22.10.2024
The FCA has defended its rigorous crypto regulations, countering claims that its high standards stifle innovation and hinder the UK’s global financial leadership
4 Ways to Make Money with Cryptocurrency in 2024
21.10.2024
Cryptocurrency continues to be a lucrative investment option, offering various income sources. In 2024, numerous methods exist to…
Bollywood Star Linked to Crypto Scam? India Probes Deeper Into Betting Allegations
20.10.2024
Bollywood actress Tamannaah Bhatia is reportedly under investigation by India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) for her alleged role in promoting the “HPZ Token” platform, which is accused of defrauding investors through cryptocurrency schemes. Authorities are probing her potential...
Robert Kiyosaki Reveals His Secret to Surviving Inflation — Urges You to Do What He Did
20.10.2024
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has shared his secret to surviving inflation, advising: “If you are wondering how you will survive and thrive in today’s high inflation environment … you may want to do what I did.” He warned of the dangers of relying on U.S. dollars...
Decentralized Money Market Protocol Loses $4.3M in Social Engineering Attack
19.10.2024
Tapioca DAO, has been the victim of a social engineering attack in which criminals exploited a vulnerability to compromise the ownership of the TAP token vesting contract. The breach led to the sale of 30 million vested tokens. A blockchain security firm detected suspicious activity involving...
Binance Expands Mobile Money Across Africa — 6 More Countries Gain Access
19.10.2024
Crypto exchange Binance has expanded its reach in West and Central Africa, integrating mobile money payments for cryptocurrency purchases in six countries. This move supports Binance’s goal to boost financial inclusion and make digital assets more accessible. By offering a secure...
20-Year Prison Sentence Looms for Man Accused of Crypto Money Laundering Scheme
18.10.2024
A North Carolina man has been indicted for allegedly laundering more than $380,000 in a wire fraud scheme, according to the Department of Justice. The suspect is accused of moving illicit funds through payment platforms and cryptocurrency exchanges, transferring over $240,000 to crypto addresses....
India’s crypto tax is a gov’t attempt to ‘displace’ the tech — Lawyer
17.10.2024
Legal practitioner Amit Kumar Gupta told Cointelegraph that the Indian government’s stance on crypto reflects a lack of understanding of the technology.
Russia’s Digital Currency Measures Fail to Satisfy FATF, Blacklist Possible
17.10.2024
Russia’s financial regulator maintains that its anti-money laundering system, including strengthened virtual currency regulations, remains effective even if the country faces potential blacklisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The agency highlighted new federal laws addressing...
Ireland drafting urgent crypto laws before EU money laundering rules
17.10.2024
Ireland’s finance minister wants to act quickly before the EU enacts strict Anti-Money Laundering legislation
Bitfinex hacker should get 5 years jail for 120K BTC heist: Feds
17.10.2024
Ilya Lichtenstein, who stole 120,000 Bitcoin in a 2016 hack on the Bitfinex, should receive a reduced sentence of five-years in prison, prosecutors say.
Ornate Coins Are One Of Throne And Liberty's Rarest Currencies
16.10.2024
If you’ve been spending time in Throne and Liberty, Amazon’s newest venture into the rediscovered land of MMOs, you’ve probably noticed an abundance of different currencies and item types to collect if you want to purchase or upgrade items. Perhaps you’ve realized that gathering them all can be...
US Prosecutors Seek Reduced Sentence for Bitfinex Hacker Ilya Lichtenstein
16.10.2024
U.S. prosecutors are requesting a reduced sentence for Ilya Lichtenstein, the mastermind behind the 2016 Bitfinex bitcoin heist, citing his significant cooperation in recovering stolen assets. Lichtenstein faces sentencing for stealing 120,000 bitcoin, worth $71 million at the time. U.S. Government...
US FinCEN Accuses TD Bank of Failing to Report $3B in Crypto Money Laundering
15.10.2024
The U.S. Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has accused TD Bank of failing to report suspicious…
UK, Colombia crypto exchanges linked in TD Bank record fine
14.10.2024
TD Bank facilitated more than $1 billion worth of bank transfers from two international crypto platforms, according to FinCEN
TD Bank Makes History as First US Bank to Plead Guilty to Money Laundering Conspiracy
14.10.2024
TD Bank, one of the largest financial institutions in the U.S., has agreed to pay a record $3 billion penalty, the largest ever under the Bank Secrecy Act, after pleading guilty to felony charges. The bank is the largest in U.S. history to plead guilty to Bank Secrecy Act program failures and...
FBI Warns Investors of Growing Crypto Scams Amid Billion-Dollar Losses
11.10.2024
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a warning to cryptocurrency investors, highlighting a surge in scams, particularly targeting retirees and the elderly. FBI experts explain how scammers trick victims into fake crypto investments and scare them into handing over more funds before...
Brazilian Authorities Launch Operation Targeting Entities Facilitating Crypto Money Laundering
10.10.2024
The Brazilian Federal Police launched Operation Alcacaria this Wednesday, aiming to thwart the action of a network focused on providing money laundering services using cryptocurrency. The operation involved 62 search warrants, 13 arrest warrants, and the seizure of funds of the involved entities...
Ripple Wins Platinum for Best Cross-Border Payments Platform at Future Digital Awards 2024
10.10.2024
Ripple has been named a Platinum Winner for Best Cross-Border Payments Platform in Juniper Research’s 2024 Future Digital Awards for Fintech & Payments. Other winners included Huawei for mobile money, SAP Fioneer for banking-as-a-service, and Paymentology for embedded finance...
Nigerian Regulator Pledges to Fight Crypto Fraud
9.10.2024
The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) vows to crack down on fraud, money laundering, and market manipulation in the crypto sector. The SEC director general, Emomotimi Agama, emphasized the importance of educating investors. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said he supports...