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Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency and ICO Hacks & Frauds

In our hacks and frauds section, we cover all the Bitcoin and altcoin scams and frauds as they emerge to ensure that cryptocurrency investors are always up to date with the important precautionary information. We consider hacks and frauds coverage to be an essential aspect of cryptocurrency news to help our readers and the broader cryptocurrency community steer clear of scam coins and the Ponzi and pyramid schemes that drag down the market. While ICO scams and pump and dump cryptocurrency schemes have caught global attention, we feel it is essential to inform the community and to clean up the industry, letting the truly revolutionary projects rise to the top.

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President of Argentina Faces Scandal Over $LIBRA Crypto Promotion latest news
Hacks & Frauds Feb 19, 2025
President of Argentina Faces Scandal Over $LIBRA Crypto Promotion President Javier Milei denied direct involvement in $LIBRA but could face a lawsuit, investigation, and impeachment trial.
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FTX Cleared to Repay Customers Up to $16.5 Billion In Bankruptcy Case FTX will repay users approximately 119% of the value they held during the exchange's November 2022 collapse.
Hacks & Frauds Oct 14, 2024
Who Should Play Who in the Inevitable Biopic on the FTX Fraud? Who will play Sam Bankman-Fried and his inner circle in the movie about the $10-Billion FTX fraud that we all know is coming?
Hacks & Frauds Apr 08, 2024
Sam Bankman-Fried Sentenced to 25 Years for Multi-Billion Dollar FTX Fraud Yesterday, Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison for his role in the multibillion-dollar FTX fraud scheme.
Hacks & Frauds Mar 29, 2024
What is BitConnect, and what happened there? trending
What is BitConnect, and what happened there? What is BitConnect really - and what was it doing wrong? More importantly, is the cryptoverse getting better and preventing these fiascos?
Jan 31, 2018
Crypto-Crime Spills into the Real World

Crypto-Crime Spills into the Real World
Hacks & Frauds Feb 21, 2018
Bitcoin “Creator” Accused of Stealing Bitcoins from his Deceased Partner

Bitcoin “Creator” Accused of Stealing Bitcoins from his Deceased Partner
Hacks & Frauds Feb 28, 2018
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The $15 Billion Bitcoin Seizure: How the ‘Pig Butchering’ Scam and Global Enforcement Are Reshaping Crypto’s Dark Underbelly

The $15 Billion Bitcoin Seizure: How the ‘Pig Butchering’ Scam and Global Enforcement Are Reshaping Crypto’s Dark Underbelly

Earlier this week, U.S. and U.K. authorities carried out one of the most sweeping enforcement actions in crypto history, seizing $15 billion in Bitcoin tied to a sprawling “pig butchering” operation.
In the news Oct 14, 2025
“Bitcoin Jesus” Nears Settlement After Years in Legal Crosshairs

“Bitcoin Jesus” Nears Settlement After Years in Legal Crosshairs

In a dramatic turn to one of the most infamous legal sagas in the crypto world, Roger Ver — better known by the moniker “Bitcoin Jesus” — is reportedly on the verge of a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice over outstanding tax-fraud and related charges.
Oct 10, 2025 - 3 min read
Roger Ver Shouldn’t Face Life In Prison, Vitalik Buterin Says

Roger Ver Shouldn’t Face Life In Prison, Vitalik Buterin Says

Buterin said it is "absurd" that Ver could face life in prison over tax charges. Others have also come to Ver's defense.
Mar 05, 2025 - 2 min read
MicroStrategy Has Rebranded to Strategy₿ — Now Holds Over $45B Bitcoin

MicroStrategy Has Rebranded to Strategy₿ — Now Holds Over $45B Bitcoin

The company is emphasizing its Bitcoin strategy as it continuously increases its crypto holdings.
Feb 13, 2025 - 2 min read
Trump’s ‘Crypto Czar’ Held Press Conference: BTC Reserve, Stablecoins, and More

Trump’s ‘Crypto Czar’ Held Press Conference: BTC Reserve, Stablecoins, and More

David Sacks, the White House's Special Advisor for AI and Crypto, described upcoming U.S. crypto policy.
Feb 06, 2025 - 2 min read
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