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Mindbytes Nov 2, 2026

FBI Blames North Korea's TraderTraitor Hackers for $6.3 Billion Binance Heist

The FBI identifies North Korea's TraderTraitor operation behind the Binance hack, as investigators examine compromised engineering systems and efforts to launder billions through cryptocurrency networks.

gizmo guru 1 min read

Article Feb 27, 2025

Not Like Us: Have Shady Political Memecoins Killed The Crypto Bull Run?

Another crypto boom, another rug pull. Political meme coins may have done more than just scam investors—they might have killed the bull run.

Werner Vermaak 6 min read

News Aug 20, 2024

'Metacrimes' in the metaverse

VR headsets and virtual worlds are enabling new crimes, with serious impacts on mental and emotional well-being, especially for children

Amara Angelica 3 min read

Article Feb 21, 2025

Argentina’s $4 billion Libra Token Scam: Another Presidential Crypto Rug-Pull

Argentina’s President Javier Milei backed a crypto project that soared to $4 billion—only to collapse in hours. Political fallout, insider trading, and a nation left reeling. What happened to Libra?

Werner Vermaak 6 min read

Mindbytes Mar 29, 2024

Sam Bankman-Fried Receives 25-Year Prison Sentence Amid FTX Collapse Fallout

Crypto titan's fall: Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years! Fraud saga ends in shock verdict. Judge's warning echoes across financial world.

Knits By Racoon 3 min read

Mindbytes Dec 6, 2025

Russian Crypto Entrepreneur and Wife Tortured and Killed in Dubai; Three Suspects Arrested

Dubai police detail the murder of a Russian crypto founder and his wife. Three suspects, including an ex-officer, are arrested as the investigation reveals a torture and kidnapping plot.

Linsey Smith 1 min read

News Mar 4, 2025

Singapore Fraud Case Linked to Alleged Nvidia Chip Smuggling

A global tech controversy unfolds as Singapore charges three individuals in connection with the illegal transfer of advanced Nvidia chips, potentially linked to AI firm DeepSeek in China.

gizmo guru 2 min read

Mindbytes May 28, 2025

French Authorities Arrest 24 in Crypto Kidnapping Ring Targeting Investors and Their Families

A wave of violent abductions targeting cryptocurrency investors has led to the arrest of 24 suspects in France, highlighting the growing physical risks associated with digital wealth.

gizmo guru 2 min read

News Mar 23, 2023

Protect Yourself from Scammers Who are Using Voice-Cloning Technology

Protect your wallet from scammers using voice-cloning technology. Learn how to spot and avoid them.

Lewis Farrell 1 min read