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US DOJ restrains $52M in crypto with Tether’s help

The U.S. Department of Justice has restrained more than $52 million in cryptocurrency while targeting wallets and online channels linked to the Xinbi Guarantee scam network. Tether said in a Sep. 11 statement that the DOJ credited the stablecoin issuer’s…

Sep 11, 2026 · byCrypto.news

Tether assists DOJ in $52 million action against global scam network

Tether's collaboration with global law enforcement highlights the increasing role of stablecoin issuers in combating financial crimes worldwide. The post Tether assists DOJ in $52 million action against global scam network appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Sep 11, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

US hit on $24 billion crypto black market sends rival money launderers running for exits

DOJ seized Telegram channels and two wallets while OFAC sanctioned Xinbi and the developers behind SafeW and XinbiPay. The post US hit on $24 billion crypto black market sends rival money launderers running for exits appeared first on CryptoSlate .

Sep 10, 2026 · byCryptoSlate

$1,500,000 Drained From Minnesota Banks and Credit Unions in Six-Person Fraud Scheme: DOJ

Federal prosecutors have charged six people with conspiring to defraud Twin Cities banks and credit unions of more than $5 million through coordinated schemes. The post $1,500,000 Drained From Minnesota Banks and Credit Unions in Six-Person Fraud Scheme: DOJ appeared first on The Daily Hodl .

Sep 10, 2026 · byThe Daily Hodl

DOJ Restrains $52 Million in Crypto Tied to Chinese Scam Marketplace Xinbi

US authorities have restrained roughly $52 million in scam-linked crypto in a single day and seized the Telegram channels of Xinbi Guarantee, a Chinese-language illicit marketplace. Elliptic says its multi-year tracking of Xinbi’s wallets enabled the Secret Service to act. Treasury sanctions landed the same day. Inside the $24 Billion Xinbi Guarantee Economy Xinbi is The post DOJ Restrains $52 Million in Crypto Tied to Chinese Scam Marketplace Xinbi appeared first on BeInCrypto .

Sep 10, 2026 · byBeInCrypto

DOJ targets Xinbi Guarantee network, restrains over $52M in crypto

US authorities have restrained more than $52 million in cryptocurrency tied to Xinbi Guarantee and its vendor network while seizing wallets and Telegram channels used by the Chinese-language marketplace. The US Department of Justice said on Sept. 9 that its…

Sep 10, 2026 · byCrypto.news

Mexican National Admits to Laundering $4,000,000 Worth of US Drug Trafficking Proceeds via Crypto

A Mexican national could spend up to two decades in prison after pleading guilty to laundering $4 million worth of drug trafficking proceeds via crypto. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) says Carlos Erick Vazquez Gonzalez, 48, earned $40,000 by working with various “money brokers” who had him collect drug profits earned in cities throughout […] The post Mexican National Admits to Laundering $4,000,000 Worth of US Drug Trafficking Proceeds via Crypto appeared first on The Daily Hodl .

Sep 7, 2026 · byThe Daily Hodl

DOJ Nails Cartel Intermediary in $4M Crypto Money Laundering Scheme

Carlos Érick Vázquez González, a Mexican national who worked with the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación, has pleaded guilty to charges of money laundering in connection with drug trafficking in the U.S. and Mexico. Vázquez González used cryptocurrency for these crimes. Mexican Drug Kingpin Admits Participation in $4 Million Crypto Money Laundering Scheme A large intermediary […]

Sep 7, 2026 · byBitcoin.com News

DOJ Expands Beef Price Probe to Walmart, Amazon, Costco and Other Major Retailers

The U.S. Department of Justice has expanded its antitrust investigation into beef prices by requesting six years of pricing and margin data from eight major retailers including Walmart, Amazon, and Costco. The post DOJ Expands Beef Price Probe to Walmart, Amazon, Costco and Other Major Retailers appeared first on The Daily Hodl .

Sep 6, 2026 · byThe Daily Hodl

Illegal Immigrant Charged With Laundering Proceeds From $1.3 Billion Healthcare Fraud

Federal prosecutors have charged Erekle Gugava, a 33-year-old illegal alien from Georgia, with one count of money laundering conspiracy tied to the largest healthcare fraud prosecuted by the DOJ. The post Illegal Immigrant Charged With Laundering Proceeds From $1.3 Billion Healthcare Fraud appeared first on The Daily Hodl .

Sep 5, 2026 · byThe Daily Hodl

Fake GOP Convention Site Tops Google, Redirects to Epstein Files

A mock website for the 2026 RNC Midterm Convention rose to the top of Google results and redirected users to the DOJ's Epstein files. Republicans called coverage fake news while Democrats highlighted the prank. The post Fake GOP Convention Site Tops Google, Redirects to Epstein Files appeared first on The Daily Hodl .

Sep 5, 2026 · byThe Daily Hodl

US, UK join forces to target crypto scam centers and investment fraud

The United States and United Kingdom have formed a joint law enforcement alliance to investigate and dismantle scam centers behind cryptocurrency investment fraud and other cyber-enabled schemes. The U.S. Department of Justice announced on Sept. 3 that the U.S. Attorney’s…

Sep 4, 2026 · byCrypto.news

How FBI turned Hamas’ crypto fundraising pipeline into a law-enforcement trap

DOJ says three 2025 warrants seized more than $560,000 before captured systems enabled agents to obtain additional donations. The post How FBI turned Hamas’ crypto fundraising pipeline into a law-enforcement trap appeared first on CryptoSlate .

Sep 3, 2026 · byCryptoSlate

DOJ seizes $560K in Hamas crypto funding probe

The DOJ said the FBI seized over $560,000 in cryptocurrency and took control of domains and servers allegedly used by Hamas to collect donations.

Sep 3, 2026 · byCrypto.news

DOJ says Hamas crypto seizures reached $560,000 as FBI took over fundraising sites

Sep 2, 2026 · byCoinDesk

US Department of Justice backs OpenAI, argues restricting AI training data would hurt American prosperity

The DOJ's stance on AI training data could redefine copyright law, impacting innovation, economic growth, and global tech competition. The post US Department of Justice backs OpenAI, argues restricting AI training data would hurt American prosperity appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Sep 2, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

$4.4 Million Jewelry Theft Spree Hit Stores in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and Virginia, Says U.S. Department of Justice

Federal authorities extradited two Colombian nationals accused of leading a sophisticated jewelry theft ring that targeted malls across multiple states, including one in Connecticut. The operation resulted in over $4.4 million in losses with no recoveries reported. The post $4.4 Million Jewelry Theft Spree Hit Stores in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and Virginia, Says U.S. Department of Justice appeared first on The Daily Hodl .

Sep 2, 2026 · byThe Daily Hodl

DOJ sought forced sale of AdX in Google ad-tech monopoly case

The ruling highlights increasing antitrust scrutiny on tech giants, potentially reshaping competitive practices in digital advertising. The post DOJ sought forced sale of AdX in Google ad-tech monopoly case appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Sep 2, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Sality Botnet Dismantled After Eight Years of Stealing Bitcoin and Ethereum

CrowdStrike and the DOJ isolated more than 15,000 infected machines in a malware takedown spanning four countries.

Sep 2, 2026 · byDecrypt

Five Venezuelan Nationals Caught Trying To Hack ATMs and Steal Cash in Kansas: DOJ

Five Venezuelan nationals have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank larceny for unsuccessful malware-based ATM jackpotting attempts in Kansas. One received a nine-month sentence while others await sentencing amid rising national incidents. The post Five Venezuelan Nationals Caught Trying To Hack ATMs and Steal Cash in Kansas: DOJ appeared first on The Daily Hodl .

Sep 1, 2026 · byThe Daily Hodl

US Department of Justice disrupts Hamas financing through cryptocurrency seizures

The DOJ's actions highlight the evolving challenges of crypto compliance, emphasizing the need for enhanced scrutiny and regulatory measures. The post US Department of Justice disrupts Hamas financing through cryptocurrency seizures appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Sep 1, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Walmart Is Paying $50,000,000 To Settle DOJ Claims Over Opioid Prescriptions Lawsuit

Walmart agreed to pay $50 million to resolve DOJ and DEA allegations that its pharmacies illegally filled thousands of invalid opioid and controlled substance prescriptions since 2013. The settlement includes a new DEA compliance agreement with reporting and monitoring requirements. The post Walmart Is Paying $50,000,000 To Settle DOJ Claims Over Opioid Prescriptions Lawsuit appeared first on The Daily Hodl .

Aug 29, 2026 · byThe Daily Hodl

FBI and DOJ Disrupt Chinese Cyber Group That Hit Fed, NASA, US Senate

The Justice Department and FBI have seized the domains behind QScan and QTRouter, two platforms run by China state-sponsored hackers whose victims include NASA, the Federal Reserve, and the US Senate. Court documents identify the operators as a group called QTFY, employed by Nanjing Xinjiuwei Network Technology Company. Court Filings Point to a Chinese Contractor The post FBI and DOJ Disrupt Chinese Cyber Group That Hit Fed, NASA, US Senate appeared first on BeInCrypto .

Aug 27, 2026 · byBeInCrypto

US seizes Chinese hacking tools after alleged Federal Reserve breach, DOJ announces

The seizure disrupts Chinese cyber capabilities, potentially delaying future attacks and highlighting US resolve against state-sponsored cyber threats. The post US seizes Chinese hacking tools after alleged Federal Reserve breach, DOJ announces appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 26, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing