Tag: cryptocurrency fraud investigation
Seeking Statements on Bitfinex Hack: US DOJ Investigation and Updates
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is reaching out to individuals affected by the 2016 Bitfinex hack, despite not formally recognizing them as "victims" under the Crime Victims' Rights Act (CVRA). The department is...
Exploitation of US Government-Linked Address for Over $20 Million in Cryptocurrency
A hacker has potentially stolen more than $20 million in cryptocurrency from a US government-controlled wallet connected to the infamous 2016 Bitfinex hack. The suspicious transfers, which took place on Oct. 24, have raised...
Recovering $7.4 Billion Bitcoin Hack: Bitfinex Identified as Sole Victim
A recent US government filing indicates that Bitfinex may be the only entity eligible for compensation related to the 2016 hack that resulted in the theft of around 120,000 BTC. Following this news, Bitfinex's...
