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The crypto community is concerned about safety and security after a cyber-attack on Floating Point Group (FPG) resulted in a loss of $15 to $20 million, suspending withdrawals, deposits, and trading. The company is working diligently to recover assets and cooperate with law enforcement and agencies like the FBI and DHS. This incident highlights the need for stronger security measures in decentralized finance platforms.

In a joint international effort, law enforcement bodies have successfully taken down a fraudulent investment scheme, BCH Global Ltd. Thai authorities and Homeland Security Investigation apprehended five individuals behind this scam, which cheated around 3,280 investors of approximately $76 million. The fraudulent scheme promised swift, substantial returns through investments in gold and digital tokens, USDT.

A cyber crime ring responsible for a $277 million digital heist was apprehended by the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau, with the instrumental help of crypto exchange Binance. This operation highlights the escalating crisis of crypto scams, commonly known as ‘pig butchering’ scams, fooling investors into fraudulent investment platforms. Despite Binance’s role in crime-fighting, it’s come under scrutiny for reportedly selling unregistered financial products.

“A duo of seventeen-year-olds allegedly perpetrated a spear phishing attack on a US investor, posing as Coinbase support and compromised the investor’s account and crypto portfolio. The eventual disclosure of around $4.2 million Bitcoin and Ethereum traced back to them has highlighted the growing threat of crypto crimes.”

“Binance, a major player in the crypto world is leading the fight against cybercrime, using blockchain technology to ensure user security. Recently, Binance partnered with CCIB and Thailand’s Royal Police, successfully dismantling significant scams and seizing assets worth millions.”