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FBI Works With Europol to Arrest Ransomware Gang, $1.3 Million in Cryptocurrencies Seized

FBI Works With Europol to Arrest Ransomware Gang, .3 Million in Cryptocurrencies SeizedA coordinated strike involving Europol, Interpol, and the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has led to the arrest of two “prolific” ransomware operators allegedly responsible for ransom demands of up to 70 million euros. In addition, $1.3 million in cryptocurrencies were seized. Ransomware Operators Arrested, Crypto Seized The International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) announced […]

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Europol Cracks Down on Vitae Belgian Ponzi Scheme, Recovers €1.5 Million in Crypto

Europol Cracks Down on Vitae Belgian Ponzi Scheme, Recovers €1.5 Million in CryptoEuropol, the EU law agency, cracked down on Vitae, a Belgian Ponzi scheme. Europol raided 17 locations related to the website, promoted as a social media site with its own cryptocurrency. The company operated in Switzerland under the name VITAE AG. Law enforcement officials recovered €1.1 million in cash and €1.5 million in cryptocurrency during […]

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Six People Connected to a $36M Crypto Scam Arrested, Scheme Operated From Multiple Locations in Europe

Six People Connected to a M Crypto Scam Arrested, Scheme Operated From Multiple Locations in EuropeAuthorities in Germany launched a massive operation that cracked down on a sophisticated crypto scam, resulting in the arrest of six people in different European countries. Initial reports state that such a fraudulent scheme stole over $36.2 million worth in virtual currencies from individuals across Europe. Raids Conducted in Poland, North Macedonia, and Sweden According […]

Pro-crypto CFTC boss, subcommittee rumored as Trump inauguration nears