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Crypto and Healthcare Fraud: How Digital Currencies Are Facilitating Medical Scams

by Thomas Alber | Oct 21, 2024 | Crypto, Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news, Organized Crime

Cryptocurrencies have revolutionized various industries, offering new ways to transact and store value. However, alongside legitimate uses, digital currencies have become tools for criminal activities, particularly in healthcare fraud. The inherent qualities of...

How Crypto Scammers Exploit Social Engineering: The Art of Deception

by Thomas Alber | Oct 20, 2024 | Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news

Cryptocurrency, often hailed as a groundbreaking innovation in finance, has brought new opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit unsuspecting victims. One of the most prevalent methods used by scammers is social engineering—a technique involving psychological...

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Combating Crypto Scams on the Local Law Enforcement Level

by Thomas Alber | Sep 8, 2024 | Crypto, Crypto Scams, For Peace Officers, latest-news

Cryptocurrency, once a niche interest, has grown into a global financial tool. With its rise, the misuse of cryptocurrency has surged as well. As fraudsters increasingly exploit the decentralized nature of digital currencies, local law enforcement agencies are faced...

The Critical Role of Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Knowledge for Patrol Officers and Fraud Investigators

by Thomas Alber | Sep 7, 2024 | Banking, Blockchain Technology, Crypto, For Peace Officers, latest-news

In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, it is imperative that both patrol officers and banking fraud investigators become familiar with cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. As the world transitions toward more digital forms of currency, the increasing...

Using Public Blockchain Explorers as an Investigative Tool

by Thomas Alber | Sep 6, 2024 | Blockchain Technology, Crypto, For Peace Officers, Knowledge Base, latest-news

Even without advanced tools, investigators can leverage public blockchain explorers to trace cryptocurrency transactions effectively. Here are ways investigators can maximize these tools: 1. Tracking the Flow of Funds• Basic Transaction Tracking: Input a wallet...

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by Thomas Alber | December 14, 2025 | Basics, For Peace Officers, For the Public, latest-news | 0 Comments

As we celebrate the Festival of Lights, #USCryptoCop honors the strength, resilience, and dedication of those working to protect our communities in both the physical and digital worlds. This season reminds us that even in times of uncertainty, a single light can drive...

💰 The Anatomy of an Investment Scam: Origins, Methods, and How They Work By USCryptoCop

by Thomas Alber | July 31, 2025 | Basics, Crypto Scams, For Peace Officers, For the Public, For Victims, latest-news | 0 Comments

Investment scams are among the most financially devastating frauds, targeting people from all walks of life with promises of fast wealth, zero risk, and insider knowledge. These schemes have evolved dramatically over the years—from mail-order Ponzi operations to...

The Legal Gray Area: How International Crypto Criminals Exploit Jurisdictional Loopholes

by Thomas Alber | September 25, 2024 | Banking, Basics, Crypto, For the Public, latest-news, Money Laundering, Organized Crime | 0 Comments

Cryptocurrencies, with their decentralized nature and promise of anonymity, have revolutionized the financial landscape. However, they have also opened new avenues for criminal activities that transcend national borders, creating significant challenges for law...

Financial Fraud Targeting Military Personnel and Their Families: A Growing Threat

by Thomas Alber | September 16, 2024 | Basics, Crypto Scams, For the Public, For Victims, latest-news | 0 Comments

Military personnel and their families are pillars of sacrifice, duty, and resilience. However, the very qualities that make them strong also make them targets for increasingly sophisticated financial fraud schemes. From fraudulent investments to identity theft,...

The 10 Biggest Myths About Cryptocurrency: Separating Fact from Fiction

by Thomas Alber | August 18, 2024 | Basics, Crypto, For the Public, Knowledge Base, latest-news | 0 Comments

Cryptocurrency has revolutionized the financial world, offering a decentralized and secure means of transferring value across borders without the need for traditional financial institutions. Despite its growing popularity and adoption, many myths and misconceptions...

The Critical Partnership: Law Enforcement and Banking Professionals in the Fight Against Scams

by Thomas Alber | July 27, 2024 | Banking, Basics, Crypto Scams, For Peace Officers, For the Public, latest-news | 0 Comments

Scams have become a pervasive global issue, causing significant financial damage and undermining trust in financial systems. As scammers employ increasingly sophisticated tactics, the collaboration between law enforcement and banking professionals has become crucial...

Elder Fraud in the Digital Age: Targeting the Vulnerable Through Social Media and Email

by Thomas Alber | July 17, 2024 | Banking, Basics, Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news | 0 Comments

In the digital age, elder fraud has become an increasingly alarming issue, with scammers leveraging social media, email, and other online platforms to exploit the elderly. This demographic, often less familiar with the nuances of digital security, becomes a prime...

An Explanation of Blockchain Basics

by Thomas Alber | June 14, 2024 | Banking, Basics, Blockchain Technology, Casino Industry, Charitable Gaming, Crypto, iGaming, Knowledge Base, latest-news | 0 Comments

1. Introduction to Blockchain TechnologyBlockchain is a decentralized ledger technology where data is stored in blocks that are linked together in a chain. Each block contains a list of transactions, and once a block is filled, it is linked to the previous block,...

The Evolution of Crypto Scam Investigations: From Ponzi Schemes to Pig Butchering

by Thomas Alber | June 14, 2024 | Basics, Crypto, Crypto Scams, For the Public, Knowledge Base, latest-news | 0 Comments

The evolution of crypto scam investigations has mirrored the growth and maturation of the cryptocurrency industry itself. As digital assets have gained popularity, the methods used by criminals have become more sophisticated,...

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How Crypto Scammers Exploit Social Engineering: The Art of Deception

Combating Crypto Scams on the Local Law Enforcement Level

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Using Public Blockchain Explorers as an Investigative Tool

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💰 The Anatomy of an Investment Scam: Origins, Methods, and How They Work By USCryptoCop

The Legal Gray Area: How International Crypto Criminals Exploit Jurisdictional Loopholes

Financial Fraud Targeting Military Personnel and Their Families: A Growing Threat

The 10 Biggest Myths About Cryptocurrency: Separating Fact from Fiction

The Critical Partnership: Law Enforcement and Banking Professionals in the Fight Against Scams

Elder Fraud in the Digital Age: Targeting the Vulnerable Through Social Media and Email

An Explanation of Blockchain Basics

The Evolution of Crypto Scam Investigations: From Ponzi Schemes to Pig Butchering

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