Crime
Coin.mx Bitcoin Exchange Trial Begins in New York
Despite a slight delay, the trial of two individuals tied to the now-defunct bitcoin exchange Coin.mx has commenced.
Jury Selection Delayed in Bitcoin Exchange Trial
A federal trial tied to the now-defunct Florida bitcoin exchange Coin.mx has been delayed.
Lawyer Arrested in Attempt to Sell Confidential Complaint for Bitcoin
A lawyer for a major US lobbying firm has been arrested and charged after trying to sell a sealed complaint in exchange for bitcoin.
A Town in Illinois Just Announced It's Holding a Bitcoin Sale
A small town located outside of Chicago is about to sell some bitcoin.
This Dark Market Wants to Pay You Bitcoin to Find Security Bugs
Bug bounty hunters could make as much as 10 bitcoins identifying security problems at the popular dark marketplace Hansa.
To Catch a Ransomer: How the FBI Chases Crime on the Blockchain
Ever wonder how the FBI catches ransomware perpetrators? This special agent laid out the process in great detail.
The FBI is Worried Criminals Might Use the Private Cryptocurrency Monero
An FBI special agent has said it's unclear how the agency would respond to widespread criminal use of privacy-enhancing cryptocurrencies like monero.
Federal Reserve Staffer Fined for Mining Bitcoins at Work
A Fed staffer has plead guilty to mining bitcoins at work.
A Digital Currency Scam is Misusing the Rothschild Family Name
Financial advisory firm Rothschild & Co. issued an unusual warning on Monday: stay away from a fake and fraudulent digital currency.
