Most criminal cryptocurrency is funneled through just 5 exchanges
A few big players are moving a “shocking” amount of currency in a tight market. Enlarge (credit: Eugene Mymrin/Getty Images) For years, the cryptocurrency economy has been rife with black market sales, theft, ranso.....»»
5 Netflix thrillers that are perfect to watch in the summer
From Emily the Criminal with Aubrey Plaza to Spiderhead with Chris Hemsworth, check out these five thrillers on Netflix that should be watched this summer......»»
Trends in ransomware-as-a-service and cryptocurrency to monitor
In January, law enforcement officials disrupted the operations of the Hive cybercriminal group, which profited off a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) business model. Hive is widely believed to be affiliated with the Conti ransomware group, joining a li.....»»
Ransomware attacks have spiked massively. Here’s how to stay safe
Criminal gangs are raking in huge profits from ransomware attacks compared to 2022, but other methods have seen precipitous drops in revenue. What’s going on?.....»»
Staying ahead of the “professionals”: The service-oriented ransomware crime industry
Ransomware has been a hugely profitable industry for criminal gangs for the last few years. The total amount of ransom paid since 2020 is estimated to be at least $2 billion, and this has both motivated and enabled the groups who are profiting from t.....»»
Flaw in Revolut payment systems exploited to steal $20 million
Organized criminal groups exploited a flaw in Revolut’s payment systems and made off with $20+ million of the company’s money, the Financial Times reported on Sunday, citing people with knowledge of the situation. Revolut’s cybersecurit.....»»
Focus on state as "problem parent" rather than care-experienced mothers, says new research
Mothers, with a criminal record and who have also been through the care system, could well face negative judgements and excessive scrutiny by virtue of already 'being known' to the authorities......»»
40 CS:GO traders have been banned by Valve in latest crackdown
Valve has banned around 40 CS:GO traders in an effort to crack down on an emergent cryptocurrency scheme......»»
For job applicants with a criminal record, showcasing the right credentials can make a difference
Employment is believed to reduce the likelihood of criminal recidivism, but a criminal record is a significant barrier to employment. People with a criminal record are more likely to be unemployed or underemployed, or to have a job that does not matc.....»»
Prominent cryptocurrency exchange infected with previously unseen Mac malware
It's not yet clear how the full-featured JokerSpy backdoor gets installed. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Researchers have discovered previously unknown Mac malware infecting a cryptocurrency exchange. It contains a full.....»»
Compromised Linux SSH servers engage in DDoS attacks, cryptomining
Poorly managed Linux SSH servers are getting compromised by unknown attackers and instructed to engage in DDoS attacks while simultaneously mining cryptocurrency in the background. The Tsunami DDoS bot Tsunami, also known as Kaiten, is a type of DDoS.....»»
TerraUSD: South Korea "cryptocrash king" Do Kwon jailed
The collapse of the terraUSD stablecoin and the associated Luna token rocked cryptocurrency markets......»»
Study: De facto decriminalization of drug possession reduces the overall arrest toll on the Black community
De facto decriminalization of drug possession may be a good first step in addressing the disproportionate impact of an overburdened United States criminal justice system on the Black community......»»
Binance exits Netherlands and faces France probe
The world's largest cryptocurrency exchange faces setbacks in Europe......»»
Hacker gang Clop publishes victim names on dark web
Criminal hacker group begin posting names of companies to darkweb......»»
Apple threatens to remove Jack Dorsey-backed Damus app over in-app transactions
Apple has already made it known that it's not a fan of in-app cryptocurrency transfers, and now it's banging that drum again for a decentralized social messaging app backed by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey.Apple App StoreThe app is called Damus, and.....»»
Black Canadians see workplaces as epicenters of racism: 90% see it as a serious problem in the criminal justice system
Black Canadians see workplaces as the epicenter of racial discrimination and unfairness, according to the Black Canadian National Survey (BCNS) research project by York University's Institute for Social Research (ISR)......»»
Donald Trump has been indicted again, and he"s mad about it
Former U.S. president Donald Trump has been indicted again, and is insisting he's innocent again.Trump was previously indicted in March, with criminal charges relating to his alleged hush money payments to adult entertainer Stormy Daniels. This new i.....»»
15 of the best UC Berkeley courses you can take online for free
TL;DR: Find a wide range of free online courses from UC Berkeley on edX. Learn all about cryptocurrency, journalism, mindfulness, and more without spending anything.The University of California, Berkeley alumni have received 31 Nobel prizes, and ther.....»»
Tokens delisted, exchange closed following SEC crypto lawsuits
Just days after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sued crypto exchanges Binance and Coinbase for selling unregistered securities, crypto companies are already dealing with the fallout.Binance, which was sued by the SEC on Monday, anno.....»»
North Korea hackers suspected in new $35 million crypto heist
North Korean hackers were likely behind the theft of at least $35 million from a popular cryptocurrency service, multiple crypto-tracking experts told CNN Tuesday......»»