Category: Cryptocurrencies
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A new wave of crypto phishing loss incidents over the weekend drained more than $3 million from unsuspecting victims. Attackers used deceptive transaction requests and phishing signatures to trick users into granting full wallet access. How the Attacks Worked Scam Sniffer reported three major thefts during the weekend. Each attack used different phishing techniques to…
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Interpol cybercrime operation across Africa has disrupted thousands of criminal infrastructures and recovered millions in stolen funds. Between June and August 2025, the international task force dismantled over 12,000 malicious networks, arrested more than 1,200 suspects, and seized nearly $100 million. The scale of this action highlights the growing need for global cooperation against cyber…
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Coinbase North Korean workers issue has prompted the exchange to overhaul its hiring practices. CEO Brian Armstrong confirmed that operatives have tried to infiltrate crypto firms by posing as IT job seekers. To block this threat, Coinbase now requires in-person onboarding, U.S. citizenship, and biometric checks. These steps aim to protect the company from espionage…
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Bitcoin theft has once again shaken the crypto world. On August 19, 2025, hackers exploited personal data from breaches to execute one of the largest single-victim scams ever recorded. By posing as trusted support staff, the criminals stole 783 Bitcoin, valued at around $89 million. This incident highlights the growing risks of leaked personal data…
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The Solana‑Scan campaign has surfaced as a dangerous infostealer threat, masquerading as legitimate Solana SDK tools. It specifically targets Russian crypto developers via malicious npm packages—raising concerns about possible state-sponsored involvement. How the Campaign Operates Security firm Safety uncovered that the Solana‑Scan campaign used npm packages named “solana‑pump‑test” and “solana‑spl‑sdk”, published by an entity using…
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The fake CAPTCHA crypto scam is tricking users with convincing “I’m not a robot” prompts. Instead of verifying humans, these traps secretly deliver malware that steals cryptocurrency and sensitive personal data. How the Scam Works Researchers at DNSFilter discovered the campaign when users reported suspicious login errors. Attackers redirect victims to counterfeit CAPTCHA pages that…
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The Fed cancels crypto fintech supervision in a sweeping regulatory shift. The central bank announced the end of its dedicated program for monitoring banks’ digital asset and fintech activity. Oversight will now move into the Fed’s standard supervision framework. The Program’s Origins The Novel Activities Supervision Program began in 2023. It was designed to oversee…
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Grinex sanctioned by U.S. authorities for acting as the successor to Garantex, a Russian crypto exchange linked to ransomware and illicit finance. The move cuts its access to the global financial system and places pressure on its leadership. Why Grinex Was Targeted The U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control announced the sanctions in August…
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Russia has restricted voice and video calls on WhatsApp and Telegram. This move affects millions and strengthens the state’s control over online communication. Reasons for the restrictions Roskomnadzor, Russia’s communications regulator, claims criminals use these apps for fraud, extortion, and sabotage coordination. Officials say both platforms failed to comply with legal demands for user data…
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Law enforcement has executed a major blow against the BlackSuit ransomware seizure, dismantling the gang’s core infrastructure in a global operation. Authorities removed key systems and seized over $1 million in cryptocurrency, disrupting the group’s ability to launch further attacks. What Law Enforcement Seized On July 24, 2025, agencies involved in Operation Checkmate seized four…