by Thomas Alber | Sep 2, 2024 | Chinese Organized Crime, Crypto, Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news, Organized Crime
In the digital age, scams have evolved into increasingly sophisticated operations that exploit unsuspecting victims through advanced technology. Among these, the “pig butchering” scam stands out for its meticulous and calculated nature. This term, derived...
by Thomas Alber | Aug 30, 2024 | For Peace Officers, latest-news, Money Laundering
Cryptocurrency mixers, also known as tumblers, have become critical tools for cybercriminals seeking to obscure the origins of illicit funds. As digital currencies have grown in popularity, so too has the sophistication of the methods used to launder these assets,...
by Thomas Alber | Aug 27, 2024 | For the Public, latest-news
Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid with a potency 50 to 100 times greater than morphine, has become a critical factor in the opioid epidemic gripping the United States. The story of its transformation from a medical drug to a lethal street substance is inextricably linked...
by Thomas Alber | Aug 24, 2024 | Crypto, Crypto Scams, For the Public, For Victims, latest-news
As cryptocurrency has grown into a mainstream financial asset, so too have the scams targeting unsuspecting investors. From phishing schemes to fraudulent investment platforms, cryptocurrency fraud has become alarmingly prevalent, leading to significant financial...
by Thomas Alber | Aug 22, 2024 | Crypto, For the Public, latest-news, Money Laundering
The intersection of cryptocurrency and the illicit fentanyl trade represents a growing concern for law enforcement agencies across the United States. Kansas, like many other states, is grappling with the deadly consequences of fentanyl, a synthetic opioid responsible...
by Thomas Alber | Aug 20, 2024 | Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news
Educating family members about scams and how to avoid them is crucial in today’s digital age, where scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated and difficult to detect. The first step in educating your family is to raise awareness about the types of scams that...