A Maryland woman lost nearly $3 million in a Southeast Asian investment scam via a messaging app.
A Maryland woman fell victim to a "pig butchering" investment scam, resulting in a $3 million loss.
A Maryland woman lost $3 million in a "pig butchering" crypto scam after being contacted through a Korean messaging app. The scam involved a fake investment platform showing false profits. Nationwide, there are 4,323 victims, totaling $285 million in losses. Scammers may re-approach victims as "recovery companies."
Maryland Delegate Adrian Boafo and New York Assemblyman Clyde Vanel push for a complete overhaul of U.S. cryptocurrency regulations, looking to New York's BitLicense as a model.
State lawmakers advocate for federal regulation of cryptocurrency to ensure consistent laws and foster financial innovation.
North Carolina proposes a bill allowing up to 10% of state funds to be invested in Bitcoin ETFs, amounting to over $10 billion, making it the 20th US state to consider such legislation.
State lawmakers in Utah, Kentucky, and Maryland propose public fund investments in digital assets, highlighting diverse regulatory strategies.
State legislators from Utah, Maryland, and Kentucky are proposing innovative approaches to digital asset investments, reflecting a growing trend in crypto legislation.
Maryland proposes establishing a Bitcoin reserve fund, positioning Bitcoin as an alternative investment to boost state resources.
Maryland is considering a groundbreaking Bitcoin reserve fund to enhance state revenue, joining other states exploring digital asset investments.
Maryland proposes a Bitcoin reserve fund in its "Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act" aiming to allocate state funds, derived from gambling violations, into Bitcoin.
Maryland and Kentucky explore Bitcoin reserves, reflecting a U.S. trend in digital asset investments.
Utah passes digital assets bill, while Kentucky and Maryland introduce similar efforts, joining 18 states working on crypto regulation.
Maryland introduces the 'Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act', signaling state-level crypto adoption focus.
BTCS Inc. is set to join a key discussion with Blockdaemon, hosted by H.C. Wainwright, highlighting its position in the blockchain realm.
BTCS partners with Rocket Pool to boost validator count and improve profit margins.
Former FTX executive Ryan Salame begins a 7.5-year sentence at FCI Cumberland, a medium-security federal prison in Maryland.
Ryan Salame, former FTX executive, begins his prison sentence related to his role at the company after a notable interview with Tucker Carlson.
The FBI Baltimore office warns of increasing 'pig butchering' crypto scams in Maryland, with victims losing $54.5 million in 2024. In 2023, 668 Marylanders lost $69.1 million to similar schemes. The FBI advises caution and verifying opportunities before investing.
The FBI Baltimore office warns about the rise of 'pig butchering' cryptocurrency investment scams in Maryland, resulting in significant financial losses for victims.
Maryland State Police warn of a new Bitcoin blackmail scam targeting Gmail users in the state.
Maryland State Police warn Gmail users about a phishing scam demanding Bitcoin through unsettling threats. The scammers send emails with Google Maps photos and fake incriminating evidence claims.
