8 Chinese Firms Exposed in High-Stakes Crypto Laundering Operation

Indictments reveal how eight Chinese firms used cryptocurrency to obscure profits from illegal chemical sales. US Indicts Chinese Firms Using Cryptocurrency in Illicit Trade The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has unsealed indictments against eight China-based chemical companies and employees for their alleged involvement in trafficking fentanyl precursor chemicals and laundering money through cryptocurrency. Filed … Read more

Feds Target Businessman in Alleged Web of Secret Crypto Deals

The U.S. has accused a businessman of running an unlicensed cryptocurrency operation that allegedly enabled secretive “off-the-books” transactions. Unlicensed Crypto Transactions: Businessman Christopher Scanlon Indicted on Federal Charges Christopher James Scanlon, a Florida-based businessman, faces federal charges for allegedly operating an unlicensed cryptocurrency and fiat currency transmitting business, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced. … Read more

20-Year Prison Sentence Looms for Man Accused of Crypto Money Laundering Scheme

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. The money laundering conspiracy charge could result in a 20-year prison … Read more

Russia-Based Evil Corp Faces New US Sanctions

The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned members of Russia’s Evil Corp in collaboration with the UK and Australia, continuing a crackdown on cybercriminals. Targeting seven individuals, the group is infamous for deploying Dridex malware and Bitpaymer ransomware. This move highlights international efforts to combat cyber threats. US Expands Sanctions on Evil Corp Amid Global Ransomware Crackdown … Read more

DOJ Charges 21-Year-Old in $37M Cyber Intrusion and Crypto Heist

A 21-year-old from Indiana has pleaded guilty to cyber intrusion and cryptocurrency theft in a massive scheme targeting hundreds of victims. His actions involved stealing personal data and cryptocurrency worth over $37 million, with law enforcement crediting significant investigative efforts for his capture. FBI Cracks Global Cryptocurrency Theft Network The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) … Read more

Tether Aids DOJ in Seizing $6M in Assets Tied to Crypto Scams

Tether, a stablecoin issuer, said it has collaborated with the U.S. Department of Justice to seize digital assets worth $6 million stolen from victims of crypto confidence schemes. Tether has assisted law enforcement in various jurisdictions, blocking over two billion dollars in USDT and recovering millions for victims. According to the stablecoin issuer, it has … Read more

FBI Seizes $6M in Crypto From Southeast Asian Scammers

U.S. authorities have seized over $6 million worth of cryptocurrency linked to a fraudulent investment scheme organized by Southeast Asian criminals. Targeting U.S. individuals, the criminals manipulated victims through fake cryptocurrency platforms. The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recovered the funds using blockchain tracing. DOJ Seizes $6 Million in … Read more