CNC Intelligence

How We Exposed a $35M Ponzi Scheme

Admin — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 13:21:02 +0000

Trust betrayed from within cuts the deepest. In a shocking case of deception, a crypto Ponzi scheme siphoned over $35 million from unsuspecting victims who trusted someone they knew personally—friends, family, and fellow veterans. The perpetrator’s promises of high returns unraveled into a web of lies and shattered lives. CNC Intelligence’s cyber investigation team played a crucial role in…

Source

International Fraud Awareness Week

Admin — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:29:13 +0000

Did you know that over $1.03 trillion was siphoned away by scammers worldwide in the past year alone? This staggering statistic underscores the urgency of International Fraud Awareness Week (IFAW), which started on November 17, 2024, and runs through November 23, 2024. Organized annually by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), IFAW is a global initiative to raise awareness about…

Source

Crypto Transaction Monitoring Tools

Admin — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:44:16 +0000

Transaction monitoring can help law enforcement link illicit blockchain transactions to real-life entities. Our review of crypto transaction monitoring tools combines extensive research with our direct experience using many of these platforms. Having worked closely with forensic and AML tools from several companies on this list, we’ve gained valuable insights into how these solutions perform in…

Source

SIM Card Swap Scam – Protect Yourself

Admin — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 04:24:38 +0000

SIM swap scams are a rapidly growing threat in the digital age, posing significant risks to personal security and financial well-being. These sophisticated attacks involve fraudsters hijacking your mobile phone number, gaining access to sensitive accounts, and potentially draining your financial resources. As our reliance on mobile phones for authentication and secure communications increases…

Source

Bitcoin Scam Recovery: Complete Guide

Admin — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:03:20 +0000

Bitcoin Scam Recovery is crucial for anyone who has fallen victim to cryptocurrency fraud. As Bitcoin scams become more sophisticated, it’s vital to understand the recovery process and the importance of involving law enforcement and legal professionals. Even more important than beginning the financial or Bitcoin recovery process is focusing on mental health. Victims should be aware of the…

Source

Crypto Recovery: Tools & Techniques

Admin — Fri, 24 May 2024 08:37:14 +0000

Technology plays a pivotal role in cryptocurrency recovery, offering sophisticated solutions to the complex challenges of retrieving lost or stolen digital assets. As the cryptocurrency landscape evolves, so do the methods used by cybercriminals, making advanced technological tools essential in combating these threats. Advanced tools and techniques enhance recovery by providing in-depth analysis…

Source

Crypto Recovery: DIY vs. Professional Help

Admin — Tue, 14 May 2024 11:59:06 +0000

As cryptocurrency becomes increasingly mainstream, crypto-related scams and thefts are also rising. Recovering lost or stolen cryptocurrency can be a complex and daunting task, necessitating the expertise of specialized crypto recovery services. These services employ advanced tools and techniques to trace and recover digital assets, providing a lifeline to victims of crypto fraud. However…

Source

Crypto ICO Scams [A Comprehensive Guide]

Admin — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 09:32:56 +0000

An Initial Coin Offering (ICO) is a fundraising mechanism used primarily by startups in the cryptocurrency and blockchain, akin to Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) in the traditional financial world. Unlike IPOs, which offer investors shares in a company’s ownership, ICOs involve selling a stake in a new cryptocurrency or token to early backers to raise capital for development projects.

Source

Crypto Forensics: Industry Outlook [2024]

Admin — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:33:19 +0000

Cryptocurrency forensics involves analyzing and investigating blockchain transactions to find, organize, and present evidence of illicit activities such as money laundering, fraud, hacking, or plain old theft. Crypto forensics specialists help law enforcement bring crypto criminals to justice and, depending on the circumstances, return misappropriated funds to the rightful owners.

Source

Crypto Asset Recovery: UK’s New Strategy

Admin — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:10:52 +0000

In an era when digital currencies are as common as traditional banknotes, the specter of crypto crime looms large, casting a shadow over the burgeoning world of blockchain and digital assets. Enter the realm of crypto asset recovery, a critical yet Herculean task that pits law enforcement against the cunning of cybercriminals. Unlike recovering funds from a local bank heist…

Source