crime

DOJ Charges Binance With Extensive Money-Laundering Scheme and Sanctions Violations

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According to US prosecutors, Binance is accused of processing approximately $275 million in deposits and withdrawals to BestMixer, a cryptocurrency “mixing” service that aimed to obscure cryptocurrency transactions. The Dutch law enforcement closed down this service in May 2019 due to a money-laundering investigation. The charging document also alleges that Binance users included ransomware groups, … Read more

US Congress Report Recommends Changes to Protect Privacy Amid FBI Surveillance ‘Abuses’

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The House Intelligence Committee has proposed 45 “improvements” to be included in upcoming legislation to continue the 702 program. These include criminal liability for leaks involving an American’s communications, enhanced penalties for federal employees who violate FISA procedures, and the appointment of a court-approved counsel to scrutinize FISA applications aimed at surveillance of US citizens. … Read more