Crypto fraudster and wife murdered in Dubai after trap
The harrowing final hours of crypto fraudster Roman Novak and his wife Anna, tortured and killed in Dubai after a kidnap plot. Read the full tragic story.
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Crypto couple found dead in concrete in UAE desert
The final desperate hours of a crypto couple found wrapped in plastic and buried in concrete have been revealed. Three arrested in connection with the murder. Read the full investigation.
HyperVerse Founder Convicted in $1.9bn Crypto Fraud
Rodney Burton, key figure behind the HyperVerse crypto scheme, found guilty of conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Discover the details of the $1.9bn scandal and its global impact.
Crypto Couple Tortured, Killed and Buried in Concrete
Russian cryptocurrency fraudster Roman Novak and his wife Anna were lured to a villa, tortured, and murdered. Their bodies were found encased in concrete in the UAE desert. Read the full investigation.
Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £173K fraud
A fraudster who posed as a nurse for four years, risking patient safety and earning nearly £173,000, has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full investigation details.
Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £173k fraud
A man who stole a nurse's identity to work in six care homes for four years has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full investigation details.
Couple tortured to death in failed £380m crypto kidnap
Russian investigators reveal a convicted crypto fraudster and his wife were forced to watch each other's torture after kidnappers failed to access their £380million fortune. Three suspects arrested.
$1bn Minnesota Welfare Fraud Scandal Exposed
A billion-dollar fraud spree has shattered Minnesota's famed social safety net, with funds for hungry children funding luxury lifestyles. Discover the full story.
Judge overturns $7.2m fraud conviction, sparks fury
A Minneapolis judge has overturned a jury's guilty verdict in a $7.2 million Medicaid fraud case, igniting fury among jurors and politicians. The AG has appealed.
Woman loses £90k in Brad Pitt romance scam
A Swiss pensioner was conned out of £90,000 after believing she was in a secret relationship with Brad Pitt. Learn how the sophisticated online scam unfolded and how to protect yourself.
FBI Deputy Targeted in Rumble Crypto Scam Wave
A new report reveals scammers are impersonating Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino and Trump family members on Rumble to promote shady cryptocurrency schemes on Telegram. Learn how to stay safe.
1 in 4 UK Card Users Hit by Fraud: Gen Z at Risk
A new study reveals a quarter of UK credit card users faced fraud in the past year, with Gen Z most vulnerable. Discover essential tips to protect your finances this holiday season.
Two arrested in £20m crypto fraud probe by SFO
The Serious Fraud Office has arrested two men and raided properties in London and West Yorkshire as part of a £20m cryptocurrency fraud investigation into Basis Markets. Share to raise awareness.
UK woman loses £34k in bitcoin romance scam
A British woman shares how she was scammed out of £34,000 by a charming man who promised bitcoin investment returns. Discover the red flags and protect yourself.
Hacker to repay £4.1m in Bitcoin for Twitter hack
Joseph O'Connor, the British hacker behind the 2020 Twitter breach, has been ordered to repay £4.1m in Bitcoin. Read the full story of the high-profile cybercrime.
Fortune Teller Arrested in £35m Fraud Scheme
A self-proclaimed fortune teller has been arrested in Australia, accused of orchestrating a massive £35m fraud operation targeting her local community. Discover the full story.
Crypto Queen jailed for £5.5bn Bitcoin fraud
Zhimin Qian, the 'Crypto Queen', has been sentenced to 11 years for a massive £5.5bn Bitcoin scam that defrauded 128,000 investors. Discover the full story of her lavish life and dramatic arrest.
£5.5bn Bitcoin scam mastermind evaded UK for 6 years
Zhimin Qian, a Chinese national, pleaded guilty to a massive Bitcoin money laundering scheme after living a lavish lifestyle in the UK for nearly six years. Discover how UK authorities finally caught up.
Travel agent jailed for £60k holiday fraud scam
Zahra Rachid, 38, sentenced to 21 months for defrauding customers through fake holiday bookings while running Manchester travel agency.
Sam Bankman-Fried gets 25 years for FTX fraud
Disgraced crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried receives 25-year prison term for orchestrating one of history's largest financial frauds through collapsed FTX exchange.
Rugby star Trent Merrin arrested over cryptocurrency fraud
Former NRL player Trent Merrin arrested over alleged cryptocurrency fraud scheme targeting investors in the UK, facing multiple fraud charges as police investigation continues.
Trump pledges to commute FTX founder's sentence
Donald Trump vows to commute sentence of convicted crypto billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried if re-elected, in dramatic intervention that could reshape digital currency landscape.
NHS radiographer fraud for board game collection
A senior NHS radiographer has been convicted after fraudulently claiming nearly £7,000 in expenses to pay off debts accumulated from his compulsive board game collecting habit.
UK Savings Crisis: Investment Scams Surge 42%
Exclusive investigation reveals British savers lost over £1.2 billion to sophisticated investment scams in the past year, with fake cryptocurrency schemes leading the devastating surge in financial fraud.
Melania Trump sued over cryptocurrency promotions
Former First Lady Melania Trump is embroiled in a significant legal battle, accused of promoting a cryptocurrency scheme without proper disclosure of financial ties. The lawsuit alleges she received substantial payments for her endorsements.
Wolf of Wall Street Duo's £400m Pension Scam Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how financial advisors, inspired by 'Wolf of Wall Street', masterminded a £400m pension scam targeting vulnerable UK retirees through the Harlequin property scheme.
Gran loses life savings in Martin Lewis Bitcoin scam
A grandmother lost her entire £50,000 life savings after fraudsters impersonating Martin Lewis tricked her into a fake cryptocurrency investment, leaving her living in a caravan.
Billion-Dollar Digital Heist Exposed
An exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated hackers orchestrated one of the most audacious financial thefts in modern history, exploiting vulnerabilities in digital infrastructure and leaving authorities scrambling.
Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Cambodia's 'Prince' of Cybercrime Sanctioned by US
The US Treasury has imposed sweeping sanctions on Cambodian tycoon Chen Zhi and his Prince Group, exposing their alleged involvement in sophisticated cybercrime operations targeting victims worldwide from Sihanoukville.
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