NJ lawmakers introduce sweeping protections for crypto kiosk users under new bill
TRENTON, NJ — New legislation introduced in the New Jersey Senate would require virtual currency kiosk operators to follow strict disclosure, safety, and fraud prevention rules in a sweeping effort to regulate…
Comparing Crypto Betting with Traditional Betting: Which is Better?
The world of betting has evolved significantly over the past decade. The advent of cryptocurrencies has introduced a new dimension to the betting experience. Crypto betting offers a fresh, innovative alternative to…
Former Inland Empire Nonprofit CEO Arrested on Indictment Alleging She Embezzled Federal Grant Funds for Wedding and Crypto
Donise Warren, 51, a.k.a. “Donise Warren-Jackson,” “Donise Jackson,” and “Donise Conerly,” of Canyon Lake, is charged with 15 counts of embezzlement from organizations receiving federal funds and 15 counts of embezzlement of…
Brooklyn DA Targets “Pig Butchering” Crypto Scam, Recovers Millions
BROOKLYN, NY — Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced a significant breakthrough in combating cryptocurrency scams, particularly a tactic known as “pig butchering.” This scam involves tricking individuals through online platforms into…
CEO of Crypto Arraigned in Brooklyn on Multi-Million Dollar Cryptocurrency Fraud
This morning, German national Horst Jicha, 64, will be arraigned at the federal courthouse in Brooklyn, facing charges of securities fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering conspiracies in connection with a cryptocurrency…
Secret Service Initiates Operation Crypto Guard in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA – The U.S. Secret Service has launched “Operation Crypto Guard” in Philadelphia to combat the increasing prevalence of pig butchering scams. This initiative, announced on Friday, aims to raise awareness…
Jury Finds Disgraced Crypto Tycoon And Dem Megadonor Guilty Of Fraud
Jury Finds Disgraced Crypto Tycoon And Dem Megadonor Guilty Of Fraud Jason Cohen on November 2, 2023 A jury found disgraced cryptocurrency tycoon and Democrat megadonor Sam Bankman-Fried guilty of fraud-related charges…
Disgraced Crypto Tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried Claims Detention Violates His Freedom Of Speech Ahead Of Trial
Disgraced Crypto Tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried Claims Detention Violates His Freedom Of Speech Ahead Of Trial Jason Cohen on August 2, 2023 Disgraced former crypto tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried’s lawyer sent a letter to…
Bankrupt Crypto Company Founded By Disgraced Alleged Fraudster Is Planning A Comeback
Bankrupt Crypto Company Founded By Disgraced Alleged Fraudster Is Planning A Comeback John Hugh DeMastri on June 28, 2023 FTX, the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange co-founded by disgraced former billionaire, Democratic megadonor and…
SEC Sues World’s Largest Crypto Exchange
SEC Sues World’s Largest Crypto Exchange Jason Cohen on June 5, 2023 The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed 13 charges Monday against the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, and its co-founder…
Executives At Signature Bank Dumped $100 Million In Stock During Crypto Uptick
Executives At Signature Bank Dumped $100 Million In Stock During Crypto Uptick Jason Cohen on April 4, 2023 When recently-failed Signature Bank began to prioritize cryptocurrency, insiders at the institution sold over…
Former Crypto CEO And Major Dem Donor Charged With Attempting To Bribe Chinese Gov’t Officials
Former Crypto CEO And Major Dem Donor Charged With Attempting To Bribe Chinese Gov’t Officials Jason Cohen on March 28, 2023 Federal prosecutors in Manhattan indicted Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), founder of bankrupt…
World’s Largest Crypto Exchange Sued By US Regulators
World’s Largest Crypto Exchange Sued By US Regulators Jason Cohen on March 27, 2023 The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) sued Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, and its CEO Changpeng Zhao…
Bankrupt Crypto Exchange Demands Politicians Return Donations From Alleged Fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried
Bankrupt Crypto Exchange Demands Politicians Return Donations From Alleged Fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried Nino Cambria on February 6, 2023 Bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange company FTX is requesting that all politicians who accepted donations from…
Alleged Perpetrator Of $100 Million Crypto Market Manipulation Scheme To Make Initial Appearance In The Southern District Of New York
Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Kenneth A. Polite, Jr., the Assistant Attorney General of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division, and Michael J. Driscoll, the…
Crypto Firm With Ties To Sam Bankman-Fried’s Failed Hedge Fund Weighing Bankruptcy: REPORT
Crypto Firm With Ties To Sam Bankman-Fried’s Failed Hedge Fund Weighing Bankruptcy: REPORT John Hugh DeMastri on January 5, 2023 Prominent crypto firm Genesis Global Trading — which had major ties to…
Regulators Crack Down On Crypto Company Audits After FTX Scandal
Regulators Crack Down On Crypto Company Audits After FTX Scandal John Hugh DeMastri on December 22, 2022 The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is increasing scrutiny on firms conducting audits for cryptocurrency…
Fox Business Contributor Claims Liz Warren’s Crypto Bill Is A ‘Bullet To Financial Privacy’
Fox Business Contributor Claims Liz Warren’s Crypto Bill Is A ‘Bullet To Financial Privacy’ Harold Hutchison on December 16, 2022 A Fox Business contributor blasted Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts’ recently…
Dem Rep Says Politicians ‘Should Return’ Donations From Disgraced Former Crypto CEO
Dem Rep Says Politicians ‘Should Return’ Donations From Disgraced Former Crypto CEO Harold Hutchison on December 14, 2022 Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar of Texas said Wednesday that politicians should give any donations…
Billionaire Dem Donor And Former Crypto CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Arrested In Bahamas
Billionaire Dem Donor And Former Crypto CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Arrested In Bahamas John Hugh DeMastri on December 12, 2022 Editor’s note: This article has been updated to include reporting from The New…
Crypto Chief Hired IRS Agents From Department Investigating Him For Potential Money Laundering: REPORT
Crypto Chief Hired IRS Agents From Department Investigating Him For Potential Money Laundering: REPORT John Hugh DeMastri on December 12, 2022 Cryptocurrency firm Binance, the largest crypto exchange in the world, hired…