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Compliance · 13 hours ago US Investigates Binance Over Alleged Iran-Linked Sanctions Violations The US is investigating Binance for potentially facilitating trades linked to Iran, violating sanctions. This marks the second probe into the crypto exchange regarding Iran-related activities.

Hacks & Exploits · 2 days ago New York Couple Sentenced for Draining $150,000 from Elderly Man's Accounts A New York couple has been sentenced to prison for stealing over $150,000 from a 92-year-old man, including draining his bank account and pawning his coins.

Companies · 1 week ago US Seizes $61 Million in Cryptocurrency Linked to Iranian Oil Laundering via Binance The US has initiated a civil forfeiture case to seize $61 million in cryptocurrency allegedly linked to Iranian oil sales laundered through Binance, although the exchange is not accused of any wrongdoing.

Companies · 1 week ago US DOJ Targets $61M in Crypto Linked to Iranian Military Oil Sales The US Department of Justice has initiated a civil forfeiture action against $61 million in cryptocurrency allegedly connected to the illicit sale of Iranian oil, implicating Chinese firms in the laundering process.

Hacks & Exploits · 1 week ago Ringleader of $245 Million Bitcoin Theft Pleads Guilty in Miami Malone Lam, the ringleader of a major bitcoin theft operation, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the theft of over 4,100 bitcoins, valued at $245 million, while using sophisticated hacking techniques.

Hacks & Exploits · 1 week ago Singaporean Cybercrime Ringleader Pleads Guilty to $245 Million Theft Malone Lam, a 22-year-old from Singapore, has pleaded guilty to leading a cybercrime ring that stole over $245 million in cryptocurrency through social engineering and home invasions.

Stablecoins · 1 week ago DOJ Freezes $52 Million in Crypto Linked to Xinbi Guarantee Scam Marketplace The U.S. Department of Justice has restrained approximately $52 million in laundered cryptocurrency associated with the Xinbi Guarantee scam marketplace, alongside significant arrests in Madagascar.

Business · 2 weeks ago US and UK Launch Alliance to Combat Global Crypto Fraud Costing $10 Billion Annually The US and UK have formed a groundbreaking alliance aimed at dismantling international scam centers linked to cryptocurrency fraud, which reportedly cost Americans $10 billion each year.

Macro · 2 weeks ago Federal Judge Rules Against Forced Sale of Google's Ad Exchange in Antitrust Case A federal judge has ruled that Google illegally monopolized parts of the online advertising market but declined to enforce a forced sale of its Ad Exchange, favoring behavioral remedies instead.

Stablecoins · 3 weeks ago US DOJ Seizes Over $560,000 in Cryptocurrency Linked to Hamas The US Department of Justice has disrupted Hamas's cryptocurrency fundraising efforts by seizing over $560,000 in digital assets and taking control of associated domains and servers.

Companies · 3 weeks ago SEC Charges 38 Entities for Fraudulent Filings Targeting Retail Investors The SEC has charged 38 entities for submitting fraudulent registration forms to deceive retail investors, linking the scheme to a Hong Kong resident accused of orchestrating the fraud.

Macro · 3 weeks ago US Authorities Seize Domains Linked to Chinese Hackers Targeting Security Clearance Holders The US Department of Justice and FBI have seized 13 domains associated with Chinese state-sponsored hackers who targeted Americans with security clearances through fake job offers.

Compliance · 1 month ago US Judge Dismisses Criminal Charges Against Gautam Adani and Executives A US federal judge has dismissed criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, ending a significant legal battle that began with a 2024 indictment for bribery related to solar energy contracts.

Macro · 1 month ago Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook Faces Renewed Scrutiny Over Mortgage Allegations The White House is considering the removal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook amid allegations of mortgage misconduct, which she has denied as politically motivated.

Compliance · 1 month ago OpenAI Settles Hiring Discrimination Allegations for $3.2 Million OpenAI has agreed to pay $3.2 million to settle claims of discrimination against U.S. workers in favor of temporary visa holders during recruitment. The settlement includes penalties and mandates changes to hiring practices.