As cargo theft evolves from petty crime to sophisticated, high-value scams, logistics firms like Echo Global Logistics are deploying advanced AI and human vigilance in a high-stakes battle for security. Senior VP Jeff Starr details the new frontline in freight fraud.
Thai military officials have revealed a massive cache of evidence, including scam scripts and fake police setups, seized from a contested border compound in Cambodia, shedding light on the scale of transnational cyber fraud operations in the region.
Israeli police have detained municipal officials and business figures suspected of embezzling millions in international donations intended for communities devastated by the October 7 Hamas attacks, launching a major fraud investigation.
A South Florida couple operating a high-end dealership is accused of using fraudulent invoices to obtain clean titles for rebuilt luxury vehicles, exposing buyers to significant financial risk and prompting a multi-vehicle investigation.
Federal prosecutors unseal indictments against the CEO and senior vice president of First Brands Group, alleging a complex financial fraud that contributed to the company's recent bankruptcy.
A coalition of New York prosecutors warns that the landmark GENIUS Act, celebrated as a regulatory breakthrough for stablecoins, lacks critical consumer protections, potentially allowing issuers to financially benefit from frozen or disputed funds while victims struggle for restitution.
A multi-year investigation in North Georgia has led to the indictment of nine individuals accused of running a sophisticated scheme that falsified vehicle paperwork, enabling unlicensed drivers to illegally purchase and register cars while netting over $1 million.
South Korean regulators are forming a task force to propose stricter anti-money laundering rules for cryptocurrency transactions by 2026, potentially removing minimum thresholds for identity disclosure to mirror traditional finance oversight.
A new global survey from JPMorgan Private Bank shows wealthy families remain overwhelmingly cautious on cryptocurrency investments, with a strong preference for traditional portfolio strategies despite market hype.
As tax deadlines loom, Gen Digital's LifeLock issues a stark warning about a sharp rise in sophisticated, AI-driven identity theft schemes targeting taxpayers. The alert underscores the evolving threat landscape where cyber security, personal finance, and digital fraud increasingly intersect.
The retail-focused trading platform saw its stock drop sharply Monday, dragged down by a weekend cryptocurrency sell-off that threatens to dampen user activity and near-term growth prospects.
A Wall Street Journal report reveals a major investment by UAE's Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan in a Trump-linked cryptocurrency company days before the 2024 inauguration, followed by a reversal of U.S. policy on advanced AI chip exports to the UAE.
Federal prosecutors have charged the founders of the once-dominant auto parts supplier First Brands Group with orchestrating a massive, years-long fraud, alleging a scheme that misled lenders and ultimately led to the company's catastrophic bankruptcy, sending shockwaves through the industry.
Coinbase stock fell over 2% as a broad cryptocurrency sell-off dragged Bitcoin to a 10-month low. The decline was exacerbated by sustained net withdrawals from Spot Bitcoin ETFs, indicating shifting institutional sentiment.
U.S. equities edged higher Monday, buoyed by a rebound in semiconductor and AI infrastructure stocks, alongside a surge in rare earth companies following a new strategic initiative. Gains were tempered by falling energy shares, cryptocurrency volatility, and ongoing concerns over a partial government shutdown.
Senior executives from the cryptocurrency and traditional banking sectors are set to meet with White House officials this week, as policymakers seek to bridge a critical divide over stablecoin regulations following a sharp market downturn.
Chinese courts have executed four senior members of a Myanmar-based criminal organization for murder, trafficking, and running a multi-billion dollar scam operation that exploited thousands, including Chinese citizens. The move is part of a broader crackdown on cross-border cyber fraud hubs.
Ark Invest's founder bolstered positions in key holdings across e-commerce, fintech, and cryptocurrency sectors ahead of major earnings reports, signaling confidence amidst market volatility.
Amid ongoing market volatility, financial professionals are urging middle-income households to steer clear of cryptocurrency investments, citing a toxic mix of extreme risk, lack of regulation, and the potential to derail long-term financial security.
Russia's premier cryptocurrency miner, BitRiver, faces insolvency proceedings as its CEO is placed under house arrest, marking a dramatic fall for a firm already crippled by international sanctions and mounting legal disputes.
