Department of Justice
DOJ to Sell $56M in Crypto Proceeds From BitConnect Fraud Scam
The agency called the liquidation the largest recovery of assets tied to a cryptocurrency fraud to date.
DOJ to Hire Director for Its Crypto Enforcement Unit
The director will lead a team of prosecutors in investigating and prosecuting cryptocurrency cases as part of a national effort to prevent the use of crypto for illegal purposes.
DOJ to Launch National Crypto Enforcement Team: Report
U.S. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco unveiled the initiative during a virtual speech at the Aspen Cyber Summit on Wednesday.
BitConnect’s Top US Promoter Pleads Guilty to Fraud Charge
Glenn Arcaro faces up to 20 years in prison for his role in the alleged $2 billion Ponzi scheme.
Bitcoin Mixing CEO Harmon Pleads Guilty to US Money-Laundering Charge
The case may set a precedent for bitcoin mixing services.
Bitcoin Seized by Ohio DOJ Sold for More Than $19M: Report
The haul was worth around $2.9 million when forfeited in 2019.
DOJ Charges Crypto Seller With Operating Unlicensed Money Transmitting Business
Michael Yusko III allegedly used bank accounts held in the name of several companies to sell cryptocurrencies for profit.
Spanish High Court Authorizes Extradition of John McAfee to the US: Report
The software magnate was arrested in October in Barcelona.
DOJ, IRS Investigating Crypto Exchange Binance: Report
The world’s largest crypto exchange by volume is the subject of a U.S. money-laundering investigation, Bloomberg reported Thursday.
US Man Pleads Guilty to SIM-Swap Attacks Targeting High-Profile Crypto Accounts
Eric Meiggs focused his attacks on those he considered original gangsters of crypto social media.
