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Binance cybercrime partnership with law enforcement leads to major takedowns across Africa.

Binance Cybercrime Crackdown: Global Partners Arrest 1,209, Recover $97M in Landmark African Operations

February 16, 2026 j n

Global, May 2025: In a significant escalation of the fight against digital financial crime, cryptocurrency exchange Binance has revealed its pivotal role in a series of coordinated, cross-border operations that dismantled extensive cybercrime networks across Africa. The collaborative effort, involving law enforcement agencies from 19 countries, led to the arrest of 1,209 suspects and the […]

South Korean prosecutors investigate the shocking loss of 40 billion won in seized Bitcoin from their office.

Shocking: South Korean Prosecutors Deny Inside Job in 40B Won Seized Bitcoin Loss

January 28, 2026 j n

Gwangju, South Korea – April 2025: South Korean prosecutors have issued a firm denial of any internal collusion following the shocking loss of seized Bitcoin valued at approximately 40 billion won ($29 million). The Gwangju District Prosecutors’ Office confirmed it has initiated a rigorous internal inspection targeting five of its investigators in connection with the […]

South Korean prosecutors lost Bitcoin in a major security breach involving seized cryptocurrency assets.

Shocking Security Failure: South Korean Prosecutors Lose 320 BTC in Major Phishing Attack

January 27, 2026 j n

Seoul, South Korea – October 2025: In a shocking security failure that has rocked the nation’s legal and financial sectors, South Korean prosecutors confirmed the loss of 320 Bitcoin (BTC) in a sophisticated phishing attack. The incident, which occurred in August 2025 but was only discovered during a recent staff handover, represents a catastrophic breach […]

South Korean Minister commends Binance South Korea for vital crypto cybercrime support.

Binance South Korea Commended for Stellar Crypto Cybercrime Fight

October 28, 2025 coinpulse_staff

Binance South Korea has achieved significant recognition. Indeed, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange recently received a prestigious commendation. This award comes from South Korea’s Minister of the Interior and Safety. It highlights Binance’s crucial role in bolstering the national police force’s cybercrime investigation capabilities. This achievement underscores the growing importance of collaboration between private enterprises […]

Europol crypto seizure operation showing digital assets being confiscated from a Latvian cybercrime ring.

Europol Crypto Seizure: Major Crackdown Unveils Latvian Cybercrime Ring

October 21, 2025 coinpulse_staff

Law enforcement agencies worldwide continue their relentless fight against digital illicit activities. In a significant development, Europol announced a major **Europol crypto seizure**, dismantling a sophisticated **Latvian cybercrime ring**. This operation confiscated cryptocurrency valued at $330,000. This news underscores the growing effectiveness of international cooperation in combating financial crimes in the digital realm. It sends […]

Shockwave: US DoJ Indicts Iranian National for Running Nemesis Darknet Market

April 22, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The digital underground just felt a jolt. In a significant move against online illicit trade, the U.S. Department of Justice (US DoJ) has announced the indictment of an Iranian national accused of operating a major darknet platform. What is the Nemesis Market and Who is Involved? The indictment targets Behrouz Parsarad, an Iranian citizen, alleging […]

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