9 stories about Investigation from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Sep 6, 2026.
Ukrainian authorities have shut down a significant crypto scam operation that allegedly stole up to $1 million per month. The investigation identified 62 victims and implicated over 46 individuals in the scheme. This crackdown highlights the growing sophistication and reach of crypto-related fraud.
Consensys, a major Ethereum infrastructure company, accidentally hired a North Korean developer through a third-party service. The developer was revealed during an investigation, raising concerns about cybersecurity risks in the crypto industry.
Chainalysis has published a proposed ontology for identifying and linking crypto address clusters to help investigators track illicit transactions more effectively.
A bipartisan group of senators is calling for a CFTC investigation into Polymarket following reports that the platform paid creators to stage fake winning bets, raising concerns about market manipulation and transparency.
Polymarket has updated its hack losses to $3.1 million. The platform is also facing investigations over potential false or deceptive marketing practices. Users are awaiting promised refunds.
A Reuters investigation reveals how the Trump family's crypto ventures prioritize personal gain over investor returns, highlighting a pattern of self-dealing and questionable partnerships.
South Korean police have reportedly launched the country's first illegal gambling probe into local Polymarket users amid election-betting scrutiny. The investigation marks a significant regulatory action against decentralized prediction markets.
Investigative researcher ZachXBT alleges that insiders control 95% of the LAB token supply, citing hidden deals and private loans. The project, valued at $6 billion, faces scrutiny over potential market manipulation.
Investigative researcher ZachXBT has identified an 18-year-old allegedly responsible for multiple crypto scams totaling $19 million. The individual is accused of orchestrating several high-profile frauds over the past year.