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mexc.com
· 2026-03-04
Federal authorities in Boston have launched an effort to reclaim $327,829 worth of Tether following a sophisticated dating app scam that victimized a Massachusetts resident.
On Monday, the US Attorne...
yahoo.com
· 2026-03-03
Prosecutors for the Massachusetts District of the U.S. Attorney’s Office are seeking the civil forfeiture of $327,829 in USDT as part of a money laundering scheme that victimized the user of an online...
tradingview.com
· 2026-03-03
The US Justice Department is seeking to recover roughly $327,829 in stablecoins allegedly linked to money laundering connected to an online romance scam.
In a Monday notice, the US Attorney's Office ...
panewslab.com
· 2026-03-03
PANews reported on March 3 that, according to The Block, the U.S. Attorney's Office in Boston has filed a civil forfeiture lawsuit seeking to recover approximately 327,800 USDT. These funds are allege...
mexc.com
· 2026-03-03
PANews reported on March 3 that, according to The Block, the U.S. Attorney's Office in Boston has filed a civil forfeiture lawsuit seeking to recover approximately 327,800 USDT. These funds are allege...
mexc.com
· 2026-03-03
The United States Department of Justice has reported a major milestone in combating transnational criminal activity related to cryptocurrencies. On February 26, 2026, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirr...
saharareporters.com
· 2026-03-03
Authorities also stated that Mba is expected to face removal proceedings after completing his prison term.
A 40-year-old Nigerian man who illegally resided in Houston, United States, has been sentenc...
coinmarketcap.com
· 2026-03-02
The actions were carried out by the District of Columbia's Scam Center Strike Force, a multi-agency task force established in November by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro. "In only three months, we have ma...
cryptorank.io
· 2026-03-02
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US federal agents have seized more than $61 million worth of USDT. Investigators traced the seized funds to cryptocurrency addresses allegedly linked to the laundering of criminal proceeds obt...
mexc.com
· 2026-03-02
Tether USDT News: $4.2 Billion Frozen as Global Authorities Intensify Crackdown on Stablecoin Misuse
In a sweeping series of enforcement actions that underscore mounting global scrutiny of digital as...
findarticles.com
· 2026-03-02
Minnesota lawmakers are advancing a ban on cryptocurrency ATMs, arguing that the machines have become a fast conduit for scammers to siphon money from vulnerable residents, especially seniors. The pro...
tradingview.com
· 2026-03-01
Stablecoin issuer Tether has reportedly frozen roughly $4.2 billion worth of its USDt tokens connected to suspected criminal activity over the past three years.
Most of the blocked funds were restric...
analyticsinsight.net
· 2026-03-01
The US Attorney for the District of Columbia, Jeanine Ferris Pirro, said this week that a federal strike force has frozen and seized more than US$580 million in cryptocurrency. Prosecutors linked the ...
cryptopotato.com
· 2026-03-01
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US federal agents have seized more than $61 million worth of USDT. Investigators traced the seized funds to cryptocurrency addresses allegedly linked to the launder...
wxyz.com
· 2026-03-01
(WXYZ) — A metro Detroit woman is facing federal charges over an alleged multimillion-dollar fraud scheme involving supposed child modeling events.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eas...
yahoo.com
· 2026-03-01
An illegal alien from Nigeria living in Houston has been sentenced to 19 years in federal prison for his involvement in a $4 million fraud scheme.
Leslie Chinedu Mba, 40, pleaded guilty on December 4...
gazettengr.com
· 2026-02-28
“Now, Mba has prison to look forward to, followed by a one-way ticket back to Nigeria,” U.S. attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei said.
“Now, Mba has prison to look forward to, followed by a one-way ticket ba...
mexc.com
· 2026-02-28
Minnesota lawmakers are advancing legislation that would prohibit cryptocurrency kiosks across the state. The proposal follows testimony from law enforcement officials who linked the machines to a sur...
bitcoinmagazine.com
· 2026-02-28
U.S. authorities have seized over $580 million in cryptocurrency linked to Southeast Asian “pig butchering” scams.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro said federal authorities have frozen and seized m...
yellow.com
· 2026-02-28
The U.S. Justice Department's Scam Center Strike Force froze and seized more than $578 million in cryptocurrency over its first three months of operation, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro announced ...
rstreet.org
· 2026-02-27
On a normal summer day in June, Manny Guerrero, a soft-spoken Vietnam War veteran living in Las Vegas, picked up the phone and was told he had beaten the odds and won. The voice on the other end claim...
recordedfuture.com
· 2026-02-27
Recorded Future is expanding its payment fraud prevention capabilities through a partnership with CYBERA, the industry leader in detecting and verifying data on scam-linked bank accounts.
Available f...
fox26houston.com
· 2026-02-27
The U.S. Department of Justice seal. (Samuel Corum/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
HOUSTON - A man who was in Houston illegally has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison for his role in a r...
livebitcoinnews.com
· 2026-02-27
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US agents seize $61M USDT tied to crypto romance scam, highlighting enforcement efforts, asset forfeiture actions, and blockchain tracking success.
US federal agents seized more than $61M worth of...
mexc.com
· 2026-02-27
US Federal agents in North Carolina seized more than $61 million worth of USDt (USDT) tied to a large‑scale “pig butchering” crypto investment scam that preyed on victims through fake online relations...
mexc.com
· 2026-02-27
US federal agents from North Carolina have captured over $61 million worth of USDt associated with a large-scale “pig butchering” crypto investment scam that hunted victims via fake online relationshi...
trmlabs.com
· 2026-02-26
Romance and “investment” scams are not random. They are engineered — built on trust, pressure, and highly scripted manipulation. And while crypto is often the payment rail, the underlying crime is fam...
mexc.com
· 2026-02-26
U.S. authorities have seized more than $61 million worth of cryptocurrency tied to an investment fraud scheme known as the pig-butchering scam. Federal agents worked with the U.S. Attorney’s Office to...
cryptorank.io
· 2026-02-26
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US federal agents from North Carolina have captured over $61 million worth of USDt associated with a large-scale “pig butchering” crypto investment scam that hunted victims via fake online rel...
en.cryptonomist.ch
· 2026-02-26
U.S. authorities in North Carolina have executed a major tether seizure targeting funds linked to crypto investment scams built on fake relationships.
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The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the East...
theindependent.sg
· 2026-02-26
SINGAPORE: A worried son has turned to social media for advice after his elderly mother became entangled in what he believes is a Facebook scam.
On Wednesday (Feb 25), he shared on the r/askSingapore...
straitstimes.com
· 2026-02-26
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The amount lost to scammers also dipped from the record high of $1.1 billion in 2024 to $913.1 million in 2025, the police said on Feb 25.
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channelnewsasia.com
· 2026-02-26
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Government officials impersonation scam cases jumped 123.6 per cent last year, however.
There were 37,308 scam cases in 2025, a 27.6 per cent drop from the 51,501 cases recorded in 2024. (...
devdiscourse.com
· 2026-02-26
In a significant breakthrough, the Delhi Police have detained three individuals charged with deceiving a 75-year-old woman in a sophisticated digital fraud scheme. The perpetrators, identified as Yoge...
panewslab.com
· 2026-02-25
Federal law enforcement seized over $61 million in cryptocurrency linked to "pig butchering" scams, where criminals pose as romantic partners to convince victims to invest in fake cryptocurrency trading platforms and then refuse withdrawal requests. Victims across the country lost money when scammers claimed taxes were owed and quickly moved the funds through multiple wallets to launder the money. To protect yourself, be skeptical of unsolicited romantic connections who encourage cryptocurrency investments, verify trading platforms independently, and never send money to accounts you cannot verify.
therecord.media
· 2026-02-25
Criminal networks operating in Southeast Asian compounds are running sophisticated "pig-butchering" cryptocurrency scams that target victims worldwide, stealing billions of dollars annually through fake investment schemes and complex money laundering operations. The U.S. FBI and international law enforcement agencies are intensifying efforts to disrupt these operations, with recent major actions including the execution of Myanmar crime leaders by China, the indictment and extradition of a Cambodian businessman who ran a massive scamming empire, and raids across Cambodia that have freed trafficked workers. To protect yourself, be extremely skeptical of unsolicited investment opportunities—especially cryptocurrency schemes—verify the legitimacy of investment platforms independently, and never send money to people you've only met online.
yahoo.com
· 2026-02-25
U.S. authorities in North Carolina seized $61 million in cryptocurrency (Tether/USDT) connected to "pig butchering" scams, a fraud scheme where criminals build fake romantic relationships with victims online and direct them to fraudulent investment platforms that show fake returns before demanding "taxes" or "fees" to withdraw funds. These scams have cost victims billions globally, with criminals repeatedly extracting money through a cycle of fake promises and hidden charges. To protect yourself, be suspicious of online romantic connections that quickly push cryptocurrency investments, verify investment platforms independently, and remember that legitimate investments never demand upfront fees to access your returns.
tradingview.com
· 2026-02-25
U.S. Federal agents seized $61 million in cryptocurrency (USDT) from a "pig butchering" scam ring that used fake romantic relationships and fraudulent trading platforms to defraud victims. The scammers posed as romantic partners with trading expertise, directed victims to fake crypto websites showing fake high returns, then blocked withdrawals and demanded extra fees. To protect yourself, be cautious of online romantic partners who quickly pivot to investment opportunities, verify trading platforms independently, and never invest money you can't afford to lose—especially if pressured by someone you've only met online.
bpi.com
· 2026-02-25
American households lost an estimated $12.5 billion to scams in 2024—a 25% increase from the previous year—with sophisticated technology-driven fraud becoming increasingly common, particularly through phones and apps. Most Americans now receive scam calls or texts weekly, often using AI deepfakes and voice cloning that make fraudulent communications difficult to distinguish from legitimate ones, with many scams originating from organized international crime groups. To protect themselves, consumers should be suspicious of unsolicited calls and texts (especially from unknown numbers or international sources), verify requests independently through official channels, and report suspected scams to the FCC, while regulators need to mandate call authentication standards and deploy better anti-spoofing filters.
aol.com
· 2026-02-24
A major fraud ring operating in Texas stole at least $55 million from elderly victims by impersonating federal agents and threatening them with arrest to coerce them into surrendering gold, cash, and cryptocurrency. The scheme is part of a growing crisis of elder fraud, with Americans over 60 accounting for 36% of all fraud reports and losing nearly $2.4 billion to scams in 2024 alone. To protect yourself and elderly relatives, remain skeptical of unsolicited calls or messages from officials making threats, remember that legitimate authorities won't demand payment by gift card or wire transfer, and verify any official claims by contacting the agency directly using a number from their official website.
republicworld.com
· 2026-02-24
An Indian national named Atharva Shailesh Sathawane, who overstayed his student visa, was sentenced to 18 years in prison for his role in a fraud scheme that defrauded elderly Americans of millions of dollars. Working as a courier for an international scam operation, Sathawane visited victims' homes to collect cash and gold after they were deceived into believing their retirement savings were at risk, personally handling over $6.6 million in stolen assets across multiple states over four months. Seniors should be cautious of unsolicited calls or visits claiming their assets are in danger, verify such claims directly with their financial institutions using official contact numbers, and report suspicious activity to local law enforcement immediately.
finance.yahoo.com
· 2026-02-24
# Fraud Summary
A Texas crime ring stole at least $55 million from elderly victims by impersonating federal agents and threatening them into surrendering gold, cash, and cryptocurrency. The FTC reports that fraud targeting seniors has surged, with people over 60 accounting for 36% of all fraud reports in 2024 and losing approximately $2.4 billion to scams. To protect yourself and older relatives, be wary of unsolicited calls or messages from people claiming to be government officials, especially those creating urgency or threatening arrest—legitimate authorities will never demand immediate payment or asset transfers over the phone.
indiatoday.in
· 2026-02-24
A 23-year-old Indian national, Atharva Shailesh Sathawane, was sentenced to 18 years in prison in January 2025 for his role in wire fraud and money laundering schemes targeting senior citizens in the United States. The case has recently resurfaced on social media, where MAGA-aligned commentators have used it to push anti-immigrant rhetoric and criticize Biden-era immigration policies, claiming it demonstrates systematic fraud by foreign nationals. To protect yourself, seniors should be cautious about unsolicited calls or requests for personal information, verify caller identity independently, and report suspicious activity to authorities or the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center.
jdsupra.com
· 2026-02-24
The U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) launched a new website on February 13 to encourage whistleblowers to report fraud, money laundering, and sanctions violations confidentially, with potential monetary rewards for tips that lead to enforcement actions. The initiative targets serious financial crimes including bank compliance failures, customer due diligence gaps, structuring schemes, virtual currency scams like "pig butchering," and falsified trade documents. If you suspect financial misconduct at your workplace or financial institution, you can now submit detailed evidence to FinCEN's Office of the Whistleblower to help protect the financial system and potentially earn rewards for your information.
igamingbusiness.com
· 2026-02-24
Cambodia revoked casino licenses for four establishments linked to Chen Zhi, a Chinese businessman allegedly running one of the world's largest online fraud operations from Cambodia that at its peak generated $30 million daily through "pig-butchering" scams targeting people globally. The crackdown, which shut down 190 scam operations across Cambodia in just two months, reflects the country's effort to combat cybercrime that often uses casinos as fronts for fraudulent activities. To protect yourself, be cautious of unsolicited investment offers or romantic connections online, especially those promising quick wealth or involving cryptocurrency, as these are common tactics used in such schemes.
jesseltontimes.com
· 2026-02-23
In January 2026 alone, Malaysian romance scammers defrauded victims of RM3.5 million across 100 reported cases, with women aged 30-50 making up the majority of targets. Scammers exploit emotional vulnerability by creating fake profiles on social media and dating platforms, building trust over weeks or months before fabricating emergencies (medical crises, customs delays, travel costs) to extract money from victims seeking genuine connection and companionship.
**Actionable advice:** Be cautious of romantic connections with strangers online who quickly profess feelings or request money for emergencies; verify identities through video calls before sending any funds, and report suspicious profiles to platform administrators and police immediately.
the420.in
· 2026-02-23
# Article Summary
A 23-year-old Indian national living illegally in the U.S. on an overstayed student visa was sentenced to 18 years in prison for his role in an international fraud scheme that targeted elderly Americans across multiple states. Working as a courier for a larger conspiracy based in India, Sathawane made at least 33 trips to victims' homes between summer and fall 2025, collecting over $6.6 million in cash and gold by convincing seniors to liquidate their retirement accounts under false pretenses. To protect yourself: elderly Americans should be wary of unsolicited calls or visitors pressuring them to convert savings to cash or gold, verify any financial advice through trusted sources, and report suspicious activity to authorities immediately.
english.tupaki.com
· 2026-02-23
A 23-year-old Indian man named Atharva Shailesh Sathawane was sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for his role in an international fraud scheme that victimized elderly Americans, causing approximately $15 million in losses. Sathawane acted as a courier in the operation, collecting cash and gold that elderly victims had been tricked into liquidating from their retirement savings, then delivering the valuables to co-conspirators overseas. To protect yourself, be extremely cautious of unsolicited offers involving liquidating savings or converting assets to cash or gold, verify any financial advice through independent sources, and report suspicious activity to law enforcement immediately.
financialexpress.com
· 2026-02-23
# Fraud Scheme Summary
A 23-year-old Indian national was sentenced to 18 years in prison for his role in an international fraud scheme that defrauded elderly Americans of approximately $6 million. Operating as a "courier," he convinced seniors to liquidate their retirement accounts and hand over cash and gold, which he then delivered to co-conspirators based in India. Elderly citizens should be cautious of unsolicited requests to withdraw retirement funds or hand over valuables, and should report suspicious activity to authorities immediately—it was a victim's suspicion that helped law enforcement break the case.
the-independent.com
· 2026-02-23
Colombian scammers set up a fake courtroom and law firm to defraud Spanish-speaking immigrants, including asylum seekers, out of tens of thousands of dollars by impersonating judges, attorneys, and federal officers. At least dozens of victims were affected, with at least one person deported after missing their real court hearings to attend the fraudulent proceedings. To protect yourself, verify any court appearance or legal representation directly with official government websites or by calling your local immigration court, never rely solely on information from unsolicited contacts, and seek help from legitimate legal aid organizations if you cannot afford an attorney.