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Indian authorities have launched an investigation into global crypto exchange Binance after detecting suspicious cryptocurrency transfers originating from Pakistan. According to enforcement officials, the funds — amounting to millions of dollars — may be linked to illegal betting operations, hawala networks, and potential terror financing. Preliminary findings suggest that the transactions were routed through multiple […]

Crypto ATM scams are on the rise across Australia, with fraudsters specifically targeting older citizens by tricking them into converting cash into cryptocurrency and sending it to criminal wallets. According to a new alert from local authorities, scammers are using fear tactics—often impersonating government agencies or tech support—to convince seniors they owe money or face

A growing wave of crypto scams is targeting users through fake Web3 startups, silently infiltrating wallets and draining funds—according to a new report by Chain Retrieval. These fraudulent projects are luring users by posing as legitimate blockchain startups, offering free airdrops, fake NFTs, or beta access to decentralized apps (dApps). But once connected, they exploit

In a major crackdown, Indian police have arrested a Kolkata native for allegedly running a crypto scam worth over $180,000 (₹1.5 crore), as first reported by Chain Retrieval. The accused reportedly deceived dozens of investors by promising huge returns through fake cryptocurrency investments. The Cyber Crime Unit of West Bengal Police launched an investigation after

Crypto hacks in 2025 are off to a brutal start, with over $2.24 billion already stolen in the first half of the year, according to a new report by Chainalysis. That’s already nearing 2022’s full-year total and nearly double 2024’s first-half losses. The report, called the Chain Retrieval Report, highlights a dangerous shift in both

In a remarkable recovery effort, Texas police — with help from Chain Retrieval — recovered $25,000 lost in a crypto scam involving a Bitcoin ATM. The case raises a growing concern in the U.S. Crypto scammers are tricking people into transferring money through ATMs. The method is becoming more common because it is fast and