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Hong Kong police have seized over HK$34 million (US$3.37 million) from a romance scam operation using AI to impersonate wealthy single women. The investigation led to the arrest of 31 individuals, revealing tactics such as building trust through elaborate personas and high-value interests. Meanwhile, nearly 800 suspects were arrested in Nigeria for similar crypto romance scams, highlighting the growing challenges posed by deepfake technology in fraud cases.
Interpol has issued a red notice for Richard Schueler, known as Richard Heart, the founder of Hex cryptocurrency, over allegations of tax fraud and assault. The U.S. government is also pursuing him for orchestrating a $1 billion illegal securities scheme, with the SEC claiming Hex qualifies as an unregistered security. Schueler is under investigation in Finland for gross tax evasion and assault, while he remains active on social media, addressing his critics.
Europol, in collaboration with law enforcement from six countries, dismantled an international drug trafficking ring, seizing $26 million in cryptocurrencies and other valuables. The operation, linked to cocaine trafficking, highlighted Bitcoin's continued use among criminals, despite the rise of privacy coins. Authorities emphasized the potential of blockchain technology to aid in combating organized crime, while challenges remain due to the anonymity of crypto transactions.
The UK National Crime Agency disrupted a major Russian money laundering operation involving cryptocurrencies, resulting in 84 arrests and the seizure of over $25.5 million. The investigation, part of "Operation Destabilise," extended internationally, highlighting the challenges of inconsistent regulations in crypto-related crimes. Criminals utilized cryptocurrencies to facilitate cash transactions and reinvest in illicit activities, complicating recovery efforts due to bureaucratic hurdles.
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