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Japanese Authorities Nab Leader in Monero Fraud Scheme

Yuta Kobayashi, a suspected leader of a computer fraud group, has been arrested in Japan for alleged involvement in Monero cryptocurrency laundering, causing losses over 100 million yen.

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NFT Artist DeeKay Falls Victim to Major Cyber Theft

DeeKay, a prominent NFT artist, reported a significant cyber theft incident involving the loss of all his funds while his NFTs remain secure. He suspects a seed phrase leak as the cause, impacting ...

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Homeland Security Stops Ransomware Attacks, Seizes Billion in Crypto

The Department of Homeland Security has halted hundreds of ransomware attacks, seizing over $4.3 billion in cryptocurrency since 2021. Discover how they are disrupting cybercrime and protecting gov...

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US Homeland Security Prevents Over 500 Ransomware Attacks Since 2021

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has thwarted 537 ransomware attacks and seized $4.3 billion in cryptocurrency since 2021, highlighting their ongoing cyber defense efforts.

cryptocurrency theftEvan Frederick Light pleads guilty to cryptocurrency theft over $37 million.

Hacker Who Stole $37 Million in Cryptocurrency Pleads Guilty

Evan Frederick Light admitted to stealing over $37 million in cryptocurrency from nearly 600 victims. He faces up to 20 years in prison for fraud and money laundering as reported by the DOJ. The ri...

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Crypto Wallet Drainer App Steals $70,000 with Evasion Techniques

A new threat in crypto: a wallet drainer app masquerading as WalletConnect on Google Play has stolen over $70,000 using advanced evasion methods. Researchers warn of rising cybercriminal tactics ta...