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Bitcoin Futures Firm 1Broker Moves to Renew Trader Access After US Charges

Bitcoin futures trader 1Broker hopes to launch a read-only version of its website in the next few days after being sued by the SEC and CFTC.

By Nikhilesh DeOct 2, 2018

The FBI is currently running 130 different cryptocurrency-related investigations, Bloomberg reported Wednesday.

By Nikhilesh DeJun 28, 2018

A New York resident has been indicted on fraud charges for tricking residents into investing in worthless binary options and a proprietary token.

By Nikhilesh DeApr 17, 2018

The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center warned against criminals who pretend to be tech support for crypto exchanges.

By Nikhilesh DeMar 29, 2018

The law enforcement agency received more than 2,600 complaints about ransomware last year, according to a new report.

By Stan HigginsJun 23, 2017

Cryptocurrency is being cited by the FBI as a reason it needs to increase its spending in an effort to combat more advanced cybercrime.

By Wolfie ZhaoJun 22, 2017

The Federal Bureau of Investigation's work is being hampered by the criminal use of virtual currencies.

By Stan HigginsMay 11, 2017

A lawyer for a major US lobbying firm has been arrested and charged after trying to sell a sealed complaint in exchange for bitcoin.

By Stan HigginsFeb 9, 2017

Ever wonder how the FBI catches ransomware perpetrators? This special agent laid out the process in great detail.

An FBI special agent has said it's unclear how the agency would respond to widespread criminal use of privacy-enhancing cryptocurrencies like monero.

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