US authorities seize 70 cryptocurrency scam websites targeting Russian community
On June 8th, the Brooklyn District Attorney's Office announced that its cryptocurrency department had seized 70 domains used to scam the Russian community. The scam involved fake Facebook ads, including a deepfake of Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Over 20 Brooklyn residents and other victims from across the country lost a total of $5 million.
U.S. House of Representatives panel announces hearing on cryptocurrency crimes to be held on November 15
According to market news, the US House of Representatives committee announced that a hearing on cryptocurrency crime will be held on November 15th.