DOJ Unveils Crypto Scam ‘Strike Force’ Targeting Criminal Networks Tied to China
The U.S. Department of Justice has launched an interagency 'strike force' to combat international cryptocurrency scams, particularly targeting criminal networks linked to China. The initiative involves collaboration with the FBI, Treasury, State Departments, and the U.S. Secret Service. The focus is on 'pig butchering' scams, which involve deceptive investment schemes. The policy addresses financial fraud and the misuse of AI and synthetic media in crypto scams.
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