Crime
Google Pulls Five Mobile Wallpaper Apps Due to Bitcoin Mining Malware
Newly discovered bitcoin mining malware shows a greater degree of sophistication, says mobile security firm Lookout.
Nearly $500k Sitting Unclaimed in Silk Road 2.0 Bitcoin Wallets
Silk Road 2.0 reports that 1,000 BTC has not been claimed by users affected by its February security breach.
Iowa State University Hit by Bitcoin Mining Malware
The University suffered a massive security breach which compromised student personal data and attempted to mine bitcoins.
Chrome Extension Could Be Vulnerable to Cryptocurrency Malware
The Cryptsy Dogecoin Live Ticker Chrome extension could be susceptible to malware monitoring visits to cryptocurrency exchanges or wallets.
Mother: Mark Karpeles 'Lacks People Skills but Was Never Dishonest'
Anne Karpeles has said the Mt. Gox CEO was a gifted child who was sometimes taken advantage of.
Charlie Shrem Indicted on Federal Charges for Money Laundering
The indictment indicates Shrem and Robert Faiella had been conspiring together to funnel money into Silk Road since 2011.
Bitcoin Vigil Guards Against Intrusion and Coin Theft
A new project uses bitcoin wallets to detect computer malware and intruders' attempts to steal coins.
Why Know-Your-Customer Rules Won't Work With Bitcoin
Know Your Customer rules exemplify why moulding bitcoin into the current regulatory framework won't work, argues Ariel Deschapell.
Cyprus Issues Arrest Warrant for Neo & Bee CEO Danny Brewster
A warrant for the arrest of Neo & Bee CEO Danny Brewster has been issued in Cyprus.
Study: Bitcoin Wallet Attacks Rose Sharply in 2013
New data from cybersecurity firm Kapersky Labs shows a sharp increase in bitcoin-related malware attacks occurred in 2013.
