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Myanmar Imposes Life Sentences for Crypto Scams. What is Known

Myanmar's parliament has passed a law against online fraud, introducing the death penalty for offenses such as kidnapping, unlawful detention, and torture to force individuals to work in scam centers. Life imprisonment is the maximum penalty for managing such centers and for conducting cryptocurrency fraud scams. In recent years, Myanmar has become a major hub for online fraud in Asia, with international organizations reporting criminal networks that detain people in enclosed compounds and force them to participate in scams, including fraudulent cryptocurrency investment schemes. Reports from late 2025 indicated a transnational criminal network operating in several Asian countries, recruiting foreigners—including Russians—with false job offers in Thailand. Some Russian citizens, after "online interviews," were invited to Bangkok and then illegally trafficked into Myanmar, bypassing official border controls. In 2025, the U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on companies in Myanmar and Cambodia linked to these schemes. According to the FBI, losses from cryptocurrency fraud exceeded $11.4 billion last year.

cryptonews.ruAyer 15:06

Are Kalshi and Polymarket Founders at Odds? This Business Rivalry Is More Brutal Than You Think

"The Rivalry Between Kalshi and Polymarket Founders Turns Bitter and Litigious" The intense feud between Tarek Mansour, CEO of Kalshi, and Shayne Coplan, founder of Polymarket, has escalated far beyond typical business competition into personal animosity and regulatory battles. Both lead billion-dollar prediction market platforms, but their approaches differ sharply. Kalshi positions itself as the compliant operator, securing U.S. regulatory approval before launching. In contrast, Polymarket initially operated offshore, allowing U.S. users to access its platform via VPN, which drew regulatory scrutiny. The conflict reached a peak in November 2024 when FBI agents raided Coplan's New York apartment. While Coplan publicly blamed political motives, his team privately suspected Kalshi was involved. According to sources, Kalshi's lawyers had previously reported Polymarket's operations to federal prosecutors, highlighting its accessibility to U.S. users despite a ban. This incident fueled mutual accusations and underhanded tactics, including social media smear campaigns and attempts to sabotage each other's major business deals. Their rivalry also played out in Washington, influencing regulatory debates. Kalshi actively lobbied against Polymarket's practices, framing them as illegal and unethical. Polymarket, after facing a CFTC fine and investigation, later acquired a licensed U.S. firm to launch a domestic app, regaining a foothold. Despite the hostility, both companies have seen massive growth, with combined trading volumes soaring. However, increased regulatory scrutiny, particularly around insider trading on Polymarket's platform, continues to pose challenges. The founders' deep-seated mutual disdain ensures their battle for market dominance remains as much a personal vendetta as a commercial one.

marsbit07/22 01:58

FBI urges OneCoin victims to claim share of $40M recovery before June 30 deadline

The FBI is urging victims of the massive OneCoin cryptocurrency fraud to file claims for compensation before the June 30, 2026 deadline. Eligible investors who purchased OneCoin packages between Q4 2014 and Q4 2019 and suffered a net loss may seek reimbursement through the U.S. Department of Justice's remission program. This program is funded by over $40 million in assets forfeited during the prosecution of the scheme's operators. OneCoin, falsely marketed as a cryptocurrency, operated as a pyramid scheme that defrauded investors worldwide of more than $4 billion. Co-founder Karl Sebastian Greenwood was sentenced to 20 years in prison, while Ruja Ignatova remains a fugitive on the FBI's Most Wanted list. The DOJ-administered program is independent of criminal proceedings and requires victims to submit petitions officially for review.

ambcrypto06/26 14:50

FBI Cracks Down On Alleged ISIS Crypto Donors, 3 Americans Arrested

bitcoinist06/06 22:32

The FBI Launched a Coin, and It's More Legitimate Than Half of the Crypto Projects Out There

In an undercover operation dubbed "Operation Token Mirrors," the FBI created a fake cryptocurrency project called NexFundAI on Ethereum to expose widespread market manipulation. Posing as a project team, FBI agents approached several market-making firms—including Gotbit, ZM Quant, CLS Global, and MyTrade—to artificially inflate trading volume. All firms agreed without questioning the project's legitimacy, with one founder admitting on tape that they profited by ensuring retail investors lost money. The investigation, spanning two years and three continents, led to charges against 28 individuals and the seizure of over $25 million in crypto assets. Key cases involved firms like Saitama, which allegedly manipulated its token to a $7.5 billion market cap using coordinated buying and market makers, and Lillian Finance, which promoted a fraudulent charity narrative. Evidence included internal spreadsheets tracking fake versus real trading volume and Telegram chats discussing manipulation tactics. The FBI's fake project website now warns visitors about its investigative purpose and offers a victim compensation portal. Ironically, within 24 hours of the DOJ's announcement, a copycat token based on NexFundAI's contract was launched, netting its creator over $127,000—highlighting how quickly such schemes are replicated in the crypto space.

marsbit05/21 12:05

Crypto Crime Crackdown Escalates As Myanmar Targets Scammers With Execution

Myanmar's military government has proposed a harsh new law, the Anti-Online Fraud Bill, which mandates prison sentences of 10 years to life for digital currency fraud, with the death penalty for operators of scam centers whose coerced or trafficked workers die. The bill responds to online fraud threatening national stability. This crackdown is part of a broader regional effort; China executed 11 people in January linked to Myanmar-based scams, and U.S. authorities have collaborated internationally to arrest hundreds and shut down centers. Southeast Asian scam compounds, often using cryptocurrency, pose a global law enforcement challenge. The move comes as the FBI reports Americans lost over $11 billion to crypto fraud in 2024. Myanmar's parliament, reconvening after a 2021 coup and controversial 2026 elections, may consider the bill in June.

bitcoinist05/16 15:25

US Charges Trio In Brutal Crypto Wrench Attack Campaign

A federal grand jury in San Francisco has indicted three men from Tennessee—Elijah Armstrong, Nino Chindavanh, and Jayden Rucker—on charges including conspiracy to commit robbery and kidnapping. The group is accused of carrying out a series of violent "wrench attacks" across California between November and December last year. Posing as delivery drivers to gain entry into victims' homes, they used threats and physical violence to force the victims to surrender their cryptocurrency seed phrases, stealing at least $6.5 million. Authorities highlight that such violent crimes targeting crypto owners are becoming more common, exploiting the public visibility of on-chain wealth. The case underscores a critical vulnerability in digital asset security, as seed phrases obtained under duress grant irreversible control over wallets.

bitcoinist05/13 12:21

Crypto Crime Hit Hard: $700 Million Frozen By DOJ Strike Force

A US law enforcement task force has frozen over $700 million in cryptocurrency linked to investment scams targeting Americans. The operation, which involved cooperation from crypto exchanges and legal processes, also took down more than 500 fraudulent websites and a Telegram channel used to recruit victims. Two Chinese nationals were named in arrest warrants for operating a scam compound in Burma. In a related move, the US State Department announced a $10 million reward for information disrupting scam centers in Burma. Singaporean authorities, alongside major crypto exchanges and analytics firms, also prevented nearly $3 million in losses through a parallel operation. The scale of cybercrime remains vast, with the FBI reporting over $20 billion in losses in 2025.

bitcoinist04/25 05:02

From pig butchering to AI scams: FBI report shows crypto at the center of $20B cybercrime surge

The FBI's IC3 report reveals a sharp 26% rise in cybercrime losses, exceeding $20.8 billion in 2025. Cryptocurrency emerged as the dominant medium for illicit activity, with crypto-related fraud losses reaching approximately $11.36 billion. Investment scams alone accounted for $8.6 billion, often involving sophisticated "pig butchering" schemes run by organized groups. Individuals aged 60 and above were the most affected demographic, suffering $7.7 billion in losses. The report also noted over 22,000 complaints involved AI-related elements, signaling an evolution in fraud tactics. Cyber-enabled fraud constituted nearly 85% of all reported losses, highlighting its role as the primary driver of financial crime in the digital era.

ambcrypto04/07 17:21

Bitcoin Heist Gone Wild: Teens Cross 600 Miles To Rob Couple Of $66M In Crypto

bitcoinist03/29 20:01