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Forcount Ponzi Scheme Promoter Juan Tacuri Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison

Juan Tacuri, a senior promoter of the Forcount Ponzi scheme, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for fraud. Ordered to pay over $3.6 million in restitution, Tacuri misled investors primarily f...

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German Man on the Run After $150 Million Cryptocurrency Fraud Charges

Horst Jicha, a German man accused of a $150 million cryptocurrency fraud, becomes a fugitive after skipping court while on bail. Authorities are intensifying efforts to locate him following the tam...

Continue CapitalLin Xiaohong, Continue Capital co-founder, addressing phishing loss

Continue Capital Co-Founder Lin Xiaohong Loses $35 Million in Phishing Attack

Continue Capital co-founder Lin Xiaohong fell victim to a phishing attack, resulting in a $35 million loss. The incident involved the theft of fwDETH tokens, which were quickly liquidated, leading ...

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New MEV Bot Scam Exploits AI Hype to Steal ETH Funds

A new arbitrage MEV bot scam has emerged, exploiting AI trends to deceive users and steal ETH. SlowMist warns against unknown links and malicious smart contracts.

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Man on the Run After Tampering with Ankle Bracelet in $150 Million Crypto Fraud Case

Horst Jicha, former CEO of USI-Tech, absconded after tampering with his ankle bracelet while under home detention for a $150 million crypto fraud. Jicha's brazen escape raises concerns about ongoin...

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SEC, FBI, DOJ Take Action Against Crypto Firms for Fraud and Manipulation

The SEC, FBI, and DOJ have filed lawsuits against multiple crypto firms, alleging fraud and market manipulation. Investigations target firms like Gotbit Consulting and involve various cryptocurrenc...