Crime

Hacking

Satoshi Email Hacker May Have Struck Before

The hacker who allegedly hijacked the bitcoin founder's email account may have previously blackmailed Roger Ver.

Policy & regulation  ·  10 September 2014
Crime

Satoshi Nakamoto’s Email Hacker Allegedly in Talks With Bitcoin Creator

The hacker in control of Satoshi Nakamoto's emails is reportedly negotiating with the bitcoin creator.

Policy & regulation  ·  9 September 2014
Crime

FBI: No Illegal Techniques Used in Silk Road Investigation

The FBI has released information claiming it used legal means to link Ross Ulbricht to illicit website Silk Road.

Policy & regulation  ·  9 September 2014
Crime

Hacker Hijacks Satoshi Nakamoto’s Email, Threatens to Reveal All

A hacker appears to have access to Satoshi Nakamoto's online accounts and old emails, but their intentions are unknown.

Policy & regulation  ·  9 September 2014
Crime

Ross Ulbricht Pleads Not Guilty to New Drug Charges

Accused Silk Road ringleader Ross Ulbricht has issued a not guilty plea in response to new charges.

Policy & regulation  ·  5 September 2014
Exchanges

Charlie Shrem to Forfeit $950k to US Government in Plea Bargain

Further details have emerged about Charlie Shrem's plea bargain, which is seen as a "key victory" by his lawyer.

Policy & regulation  ·  5 September 2014
Exchanges

Charlie Shrem Hopes to Walk Free After Guilty Plea Deal

Bitcoin entrepreneur Charlie Shrem hopes for freedom with a guilty plea for the lesser charge of unlicensed money transmission.

Policy & regulation  ·  30 August 2014
Crime

Bitcoin Malware Attack Exploits Russia-Ukraine Crisis

A notorious malware program has re-emerged, targeting Ukrainian government sympathizers with an anti-war focus.

Policy & regulation  ·  27 August 2014
Crime

Black Market Cannabis Road Hacked, $100k in Bitcoin Lost

The future of online black market Cannabis Road is now uncertain after $100,000 in bitcoin was stolen by hackers.

Policy & regulation  ·  25 August 2014
Crime

New Drug Trafficking Charges Added in Ross Ulbricht Case

New details have emerged in the case against alleged Silk Road leader Ross Ulbricht.

Policy & regulation  ·  22 August 2014
Crime

Bitcoin’s Popularity Boosts Phishing Scam Success

Phishing scams using bitcoin as cover are the latest indicator of the digital currency's popularity.

Policy & regulation  ·  22 August 2014
Crime

How Cryptoagency is Building Bitcoin’s Better Business Bureau

Cryptoagency.org is seeking to build a Better Business Bureau for the bitcoin industry, fueled by user reviews.

Policy & regulation  ·  19 August 2014
Crime

CFPB Warning Ignores Bitcoin’s Consumer Protections

The leading consumer financial watchdog agency in the US lists bitcoin's risks, but ignores its many superior protections.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 August 2014
Exchanges

Hackers Steal $1.65 Million in NXT from BTER Exchange

Around $1.65m in NXT has been stolen from cryptocurrency exchange BTER, the company has revealed.

Policy & regulation  ·  15 August 2014
Bitcoin

Hackers Reroute ISP Traffic to Steal $83k in Bitcoins

Attackers have managed to reroute internet traffic from numerous internet service providers (ISPs) to steal bitcoins and altcoins.

Policy & regulation  ·  8 August 2014