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Aug 17, 2024 02:15

Cybercrime on the Rise: 2024 Mid-Year Crypto Crime Report Highlights


Chainalysis reports a 20% drop in overall crypto crime in 2024, but stolen funds and ransomware incidents are surging. (Read More)

 Malaysian kidnappers abducted Chinese man for $1M USDT: Report

Author: Cointelegraph by Arijit Sarkar
United States
Aug 16, 2024 12:00

Malaysian kidnappers abducted Chinese man for $1M USDT: Report

Six Malaysian nationals, including a couple, have been charged with kidnapping a Chinese citizen and demanding a ransom of $1 million in USDT.

Aug 16, 2024 01:00

Centralized Exchanges Reclaimed by Hackers as Ransomware Payments Soar in 2024: Chainalysis

Centralized exchanges are now prime targets, driving up stolen funds significantly wile ransomware attacks are on track to break records in 2024.

 Chainalysis alerts rise in crypto hacks and ransom in 2024

Author: Cointelegraph by Helen Partz
United States
Aug 16, 2024 12:00

Chainalysis alerts rise in crypto hacks and ransom in 2024

Cryptocurrency hackers have been returning to their roots to targeting centralized exchanges amid a spike in the Bitcoin price in 2024.

 Singapore alerts businesses to Bitcoin ransomware risk

Author: Cointelegraph by Arijit Sarkar
United States
Jun 11, 2024 12:00

Singapore alerts businesses to Bitcoin ransomware risk

Singapore police advised businesses against paying ransom to the bad actors in case of a compromise and asked them to report the incident to authorities immediately.

May 05, 2025 05:55

Crypto Businessmans Father Kidnapped but Rescued from Ransom Attempt: News Update

The updated version of the article is as follows: A Crypto entrepreneur who was abducted by unknown culprits has been released following a failed ransom attempt. The incident occurred on Saturday when the victim, a father, was reportedly taken from his home. The perpetrators demanded a ransom in exchange for his release, but their efforts [...]

May 05, 2025 05:55

Report: Crypto Businessmans Father Rescued from Kidnapping and Ransom Attempt

A cryptocurrency entrepreneur who was kidnapped has been released after a ransom attempt. The individual, who remains unidentified, was taken by unknown assailants and held captive until a ransom was supposedly paid. The incident highlights the risks that individuals in the crypto industry may face, including potential threats to their personal safety. It serves as [...]

Apr 22, 2024 01:00

Akira Ransomware: FBI and Europol Sound Alarm Over $42M Loss

Ransomeware crisis deepens as Akira drains millions from 250 companies.

Mar 30, 2023 07:10

The Importance of Backing Up Your Crypto Wallet and Steps to Recover from a Ransomware Attack

The world is embracing cryptocurrency, which has made various operations easy, fast, and safe. However, with all this, it’s important to successfully back up your crypto wallet in case it is lost, attacked, or damaged for any reason.  Also, ransomware attacks are quite common, and knowing the steps to recover from them is vital. One […]

Biggest Crypto Hacks by North Koreas Lazarus Group

Author: Shiela Bertillo
Philippines
Mar 22, 2025 02:50

Biggest Crypto Hacks by North Koreas Lazarus Group

Learn how North Koreas Lazarus Group stole billions using phishing, malware, and social engineering.

Mar 02, 2025 01:00

Chainalysis Report Reveals Rising Sophistication in Crypto Crime

Stablecoins now dominate 63% of illicit crypto transactions, surpassing Bitcoin as criminals exploit their speed and regulatory blind spots.

Scammers Target Major US Grocery Chains Demanding Bitcoin Payments

Author: Andrew Throuvalas
Bulgaria
Jun 27, 2023 01:00

Scammers Target Major US Grocery Chains Demanding Bitcoin Payments

Anonymous callers placing fake bomb threats are trying to extort thousands of dollars in Bitcoin from employees of various retailers.

Jul 25, 2023 07:55

Emerging Threat: How IoT Ransomware Turns Devices Against Us

IoT ransomware attacks targeting home users can be considered more dangerous than traditional ransomware attacks, say cybersecurity experts.

Continue reading at DailyCoin.

Apr 24, 2023 01:20

US Court Sentences Russian Crypto Ransom Launderer to Probation and Fine

A Russian crypto entrepreneur, charged with laundering money from ransomware attacks, has been sentenced to probation and fined in the U.S. after pleading guilty. Founder of two coin trading platforms, Denis Dubnikov, was arrested in the Netherlands and extradited to the U.S. last year. Oregon Court Sentences Russian for Processing Ryuk Payments A Russian national

The post US Court Sentences Russian Crypto Ransom Launderer to Probation and Fine appeared first on BTC Ethereum Crypto Currency Blog.

Russian Man Charged for $200 Million in Ransomware Crimes Involving Crypto

Author: Andrew Throuvalas
Bulgaria
May 22, 2023 01:00

Russian Man Charged for $200 Million in Ransomware Crimes Involving Crypto

The hacker was allegedly involved with multiple ransomware strains that attacked police departments, hospitals, and the Colonial Pipeline.

Feb 19, 2023 06:55

Unknown Sources Target Crypto Investors with Malicious Computer Programs


Since December 2022, MortalKombat ransomware and Laplas Clipper malware threats have been searching the Internet for unsuspecting cryptocurrency investors. (Read More)

How to protect against crime in the metaverse

Author: Cointelegraph By Jagjit Singh
United States
Feb 04, 2023 04:40

How to protect against crime in the metaverse

To protect against crime in the metaverse, take precautions, such as using secure passwords, and report suspected criminal activities to law enforcement.

FBI Announces Takedown of Hive Ransomware Network

Author: Jordan Lyanchev
Bulgaria
Jan 28, 2023 09:20

FBI Announces Takedown of Hive Ransomware Network

The cybercrime group targeted infrastructure and persons of interest, encrypting their data and demanding cryptocurrency in exchange for decryption.

Jan 27, 2023 07:50

FBI Infiltrates Hive Ransomware Ring, Thwarting Over $130 Million in Crypto Ransom Demands

Federal prosecutors have taken down Hive, a notorious ransomware group, while preventing $130 million in demands from being paid.

Continue reading FBI Infiltrates Hive Ransomware Ring, Thwarting Over $130 Million in Crypto Ransom Demands at DailyCoin.

Jan 22, 2023 05:40

Ransomware Revenue Drops Amidst Less Successful Extortion Attempts: Chainalysis

Chainalysis acknowledged that the "true totals" of ransomware attacks could be much higher but victims are becoming less reluctant to pay up.

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