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North Korean Crypto Fraud: Arizona Woman Gets 102 Months in Shocking Identity Theft Scheme

August 27, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The digital world, while offering unprecedented opportunities, also presents fertile ground for sophisticated illicit activities. A recent landmark case has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity and cryptocurrency communities, highlighting the severe risks associated with global remote work and the persistent threat of state-sponsored cybercrime. An Arizona woman’s sentencing to 102 months in prison for her […]

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U.S. Woman’s Shocking Sentence: 8.5 Years for North Korean Cybercrime & $17M Crypto Scheme

August 25, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The digital world, particularly the burgeoning cryptocurrency space, is a constant battleground against evolving threats. A recent, shocking development has brought this reality into sharp focus: a U.S. woman, Christina Marie Chapman, has been sentenced to 8.5 years in federal prison for orchestrating a massive $17 million scheme that enabled North Korean operatives to infiltrate […]

US Treasury cracking down on North Korea's $1.5B crypto fraud, disrupting illicit financial networks.

Cracking Down: US Sanctions North Korea’s $1.5B Crypto Fraud Network

August 24, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The digital world, while offering unprecedented opportunities, also presents fertile ground for illicit activities. A recent bombshell from the U.S. Treasury has cast a harsh spotlight on this reality, revealing a staggering $1.5 billion crypto fraud operation linked directly to North Korea. This isn’t just about stolen digital assets; it’s about a sophisticated financial network […]

US Treasury action against North Korea sanctions illicit crypto funding and IT worker scams to prevent weapons financing.

Vigilant North Korea Sanctions: US Unleashes Decisive Blow Against Crypto Funding Schemes

August 24, 2025 coinpulse_staff

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital finance, the shadowy world of illicit activities often intersects with cutting-edge technology. For those deeply immersed in the cryptocurrency space, understanding how digital assets can be exploited for nefarious purposes is crucial. The latest actions by the U.S. Treasury against North Korea’s clandestine operations serve as a stark reminder […]

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Russia Crypto Regulations: Alarming P2P Freezes and Digital Ruble Advance

August 22, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The cryptocurrency landscape in Russia is undergoing a seismic shift, sending ripples of concern through the digital asset community. If you’re involved in the crypto space, particularly with peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions or any form of Russian cryptocurrency, recent legislative changes demand your urgent attention. The Russian government is rapidly escalating its control over digital assets, […]

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Russia’s Pivotal 2025 Crypto Overhaul: Unveiling Strict Regulations and the Digital Ruble’s Emergence

August 22, 2025 coinpulse_staff

Get ready for a seismic shift in the global cryptocurrency landscape! Russia is set to unveil a comprehensive and ambitious regulatory overhaul targeting its digital finance sector in 2025. This isn’t just a minor tweak; it’s a fundamental reshaping of how cryptocurrencies will operate within the nation’s borders, driven by geopolitical pressures and a strategic […]

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Kyrgyzstan Crypto: Unveiling the Shocking 7000% Surge Fueling Russian Sanctions Evasion

August 21, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The world of cryptocurrency is often lauded for its innovation and potential for financial freedom, but a recent report casts a stark shadow on its darker applications. A staggering 7000% surge in Kyrgyzstan crypto transactions has caught the attention of global financial intelligence, pointing to a disturbing trend: the exploitation of the nation’s burgeoning digital […]

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Explosive: Kyrgyzstan Crypto Sector Exposed as Russian Sanctions Evasion Pipeline

August 21, 2025 coinpulse_staff

Are international sanctions truly airtight? A recent report by blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs suggests otherwise, revealing an alarming trend: Kyrgyzstan crypto platforms are allegedly being exploited by Russian entities to circumvent global restrictions. This isn’t just about financial transactions; it points to a significant loophole in the global effort to curb illicit finance, with […]

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Garantex Sanctions: Urgent U.S. Treasury Action Targets Russian Crypto Exchange

August 14, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The U.S. Treasury has announced significant new actions. This move directly targets the Russian cryptocurrency exchange Garantex. This development marks a critical escalation in the ongoing global effort to combat illicit finance within the digital asset space. For anyone following the intersection of crypto and national security, this news is paramount. It signals a strong […]

FATF report on crypto sanctions evasion funding weapons programs

FATF Exposes How Crypto Sanctions Evasion Funds North Korea’s $1.4B Weapons Program

August 9, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has issued a chilling warning: sanctioned states like North Korea and Iran are exploiting cryptocurrencies to bankroll illicit weapons programs. With $1.4 billion stolen from ByBit alone, these regimes are leveraging crypto’s pseudonymity to bypass global sanctions. How exactly are they doing it—and what does this mean for the […]