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December 1, 2024

New FBI Director Kash Patel: The Government Gangsters Author Behind Trump’s Law Enforcement Revolution!

The US president-elect has appointed Kash Patel as the new FBI director. Patel’s Government Gangsters: The Deep State, the Truth, and the Battle for Our Democracy is not just a book—it’s a battle cry. Ranked #2 on Amazon’s Corruption and Political Misconduct list, the bestseller lays out Patel’s explosive theory: America’s highest echelons of government have been infiltrated by a shadowy “deep state.”

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November 14, 2024

FBI Raids Polymarket CEO’s Home: Crypto Prediction Platform Under Scrutiny After Trump Victory Prediction!

On Nov 13, 2024, the U.S. FBI executed a search warrant against Shayne Coplan, the CEO of Polymarket, a popular blockchain-based prediction market platform. The enforcement action involved the seizure of Coplan's phone and other electronic devices, the New York Post reported recently. An insider alleged that the seizure was politically motivated, calling it a “grand political theater at worst.”

October 12, 2024

How U.S. Law Enforcement Infiltrated The International Crypto Scene!

In an unprecedented move, the FBI infiltrated the crypto world with its own token, NexFundAI, to crack down on market manipulation. This case marks a significant shift in crypto enforcement, signaling that law enforcement is evolving its tactics to keep pace with the complexities of the digital asset space. As more fraudsters are exposed, the crackdown on wash trades and pump-and-dump schemes is just beginning.

July 3, 2024

An Open Letter to the FBI: Addressing the Persistent Threat of the PayBack Scheme

As a concerned entity dedicated to the fight against financial fraud, we at FinTelegram commend your recent efforts in seizing one of the websites associated with the notorious Israeli money collection scheme, PayBack, also known as MoneyBack. This operation, led by Israelis Amir Geva and Daniel Poleb, has been masquerading as a legitimate fund recovery service while allegedly defrauding countless victims. However, this recent seizure is just one step in dismantling an extensive and multifaceted fraudulent network.

April 26, 2024

Attention: FBI Issues Warning on Unregistered Crypto Money Transmitting Services!

High-risk segment merchants increasingly use crypto payment processors to process payments. On Thursday, the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) cautioned Americans about the risks of using crypto services from companies not registered as Money Services Businesses (MSBs) under federal law. This warning highlights a crucial aspect of the regulatory framework governing financial transactions in crypto.

March 9, 2024

FBI Report Unveils Alarming $12.5 Billion Lost to Internet Crimes in 2023

Cybercrime and cyber-based money laundering are the future of the global fraud industry. The latest findings from the FBI have cast a stark light on the escalating threat of cybercrimes in the United States, revealing that consumers and businesses were bilked out of a record-breaking $12.5 billion last year. This alarming figure represents a 22% surge from 2022, underscoring a growing epidemic of online fraud that shows no signs of abating.

February 23, 2024

Sanction FBI Offers $1 Million Reward for Information Leading to the Capture of Swiss-Russian Dual Citizen

The FBI has launched a high-stakes manhunt for Vladislav Osipov, a Swiss-Russian dual citizen, offering a whopping $1 million reward for information that leads to his arrest. Osipov, 52, is accused of orchestrating a complex web of shell companies to circumvent U.S. sanctions against Russian oligarch Viktor Vekselberg, the alleged owner of the luxury yacht "Tango," the U.S. Department of Justice announced.

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February 20, 2022

U.S. law enforcement will prioritize thwarting cybercrime to arrests!

In fighting cybercrime, the U.S. Justice Department will focus more on preventing further harm to victims, even if it means tipping off suspects and jeopardizing arrests, U.S. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco explained. Law enforcement must keep pace with the cybercriminals who exploit innovations as fast as the marketplace produces them. The FBI is investigating more than 100 different ransomware variants.

TikTok Takedown: America’s Digital Iron Curtain or Silicon Valley’s Secret Weapon?

The recent ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit has sent shockwaves through the social media industry, upholding a law that could effectively ban TikTok in the U.S. The ruling cited national security concerns. This decision marks a significant escalation in the ongoing tension between the U.S. government and Chinese-owned tech companies.

Truong My Lan: A Tycoon’s Fall from Grace and Vietnam’s $44 Billion Financial Scandal!

The dramatic downfall of Truong My Lan, one of Vietnam’s most prominent property magnates, has sent shockwaves through the country's financial and political systems. The 68-year-old former billionaire is at the center of one of the largest financial frauds in history, a scandal that has not only exposed vulnerabilities in Vietnam’s economy but has also highlighted the intricate relationship between business and politics in the country.

Cash Cow Crypto: U.S. CFTC Enforcement Sets Records in FY 2024 with $17.1 Billion in Monetary Relief!

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) achieved a landmark year in FY 2024, securing over $17.1 billion in monetary relief, including $2.6 billion in civil penalties and $14.5 billion in restitution. The agency’s groundbreaking actions spanned digital asset (crypto) markets, voluntary carbon credits, and major compliance cases, highlighting its leadership in safeguarding market integrity.

U.S. DOJ’s Whistleblower Pilot Program: 250+ Tips in Just Months!

Whistleblowers are the only effective way to fight financial crime. The U.S. DOJ whistleblower pilot program has already proven effective, generating over 250 tips of potential misconduct since its launch in August, according to Principal Associate Deputy Attorney General Marshall Miller. According to a Reuters report, the initiative targets corporate malfeasance and encourages internal self-disclosure by companies.

Online Gambling: Lokinvestigation in Curaçao, its Maltese Connections, and How to Shut Down!

For many years, the far-far-away Curacao was the regulatory mecca of global online gambling. But that is over. The Lokinvestigation, spearheaded by opposition politician and forensic investigator Dr. Luigi Faneyte, reveals systemic failures and alleged corruption in Curaçao’s online gambling sector. With ties to Maltese investors and global financial networks, the report demands transparency but also carries political implications.