Analysis & Investigations
Scam alerts, investigations, risk analysis and blockchain intelligence.
Fake AFP Calls Are Stealing Crypto: The Police Impersonation Scam Hitting Australia
AFP warns of police impersonation crypto scams using fake ReportCyber reports to steal seed phrases. Learn the warning signs and how to stay safe.
SMSF Crypto Scams: How Australians Are Losing Their Super to Fake Exchanges
SMSF crypto scams are draining Australian retirement savings. Learn the ATO's top warning signs and how to protect your self-managed super fund.
Deepfake Crypto Scams Are Using Aussie Celebrities to Steal Millions
Deepfake crypto scams use AI clones of Aussie celebrities like Rebel Wilson to steal millions. Spot the warning signs and protect yourself in 2026.
ASIC Warning: Fake Crypto Platforms Targeting Australians
ASIC warns Australians about fake crypto platforms on WhatsApp. Learn how scammers operate and how to protect your money.
Scammed Once, Targeted Twice: The Crypto Recovery Scam Hitting Australians
Crypto recovery scams target Australians already burned once. Learn how fake fund recovery services work — and how to protect yourself.
AUSTRAC's Crypto ATM Crackdown: 85% Linked to Scams
AUSTRAC found 85% of frequent crypto ATM transactions are scam-linked. Here's what Australians need to know about the 2026 crackdown.
Armoured Trucks, Dead Drops and $190 Million: Inside the Queensland Crypto Laundering Ring
A Gold Coast security firm allegedly used armoured trucks and dead drops to wash $190M in criminal cash into crypto. AFP's 18-month operation charged four people.
AUSTRAC Shuts Down Bitcoin ATM Operator as Elderly Australians Lose Millions to Crypto ATM Scams
AUSTRAC banned a bitcoin ATM operator and capped transactions at $5,000 as elderly Australians lose millions to crypto ATM scams.
ASIC's Warning: The 'Stock Tips' WhatsApp Groups Funnelling Aussies Into Fake Crypto Platforms
ASIC warned in May 2026 that scammers use WhatsApp 'stock tips' groups to push Australians onto fake crypto trading platforms. Here's how it works.
ASIC Took Down 11,900 Scam Websites in 2025: What Crypto Investors Need to Know
ASIC removed more than 11,900 scam websites in 2025, including over 3,000 crypto scams. Learn how scammers use deepfakes, fake investment platforms and social media ads to target Australians.
$5 Million. 190 Elderly Victims. One Fake Platform Called NEXOpayment.
NSW Police launched Strike Force Resaca after more than 190 Australians lost over $5 million to a fake investment platform called NEXOpayment. Learn how the scam operated and the warning signs investors should know.
The Binance Text That Wasn't From Binance: Operation Firestorm Explained
Learn how scammers used SMS spoofing to impersonate Binance and steal cryptocurrency from Australians. Discover how Operation Firestorm exposed the scam and how to protect yourself from fake exchange security alerts.
How to Tell if a Crypto Exchange is Legit (Before You Lose Your Money)
Learn how to verify whether a crypto exchange is legitimate before depositing funds. Discover warning signs, security checks and simple steps Australians can use to avoid fake cryptocurrency trading platforms.
The Bitcoin ATM Trap: Why These Machines Are Becoming Australia's Biggest Scam Tool
Crypto ATM scams are rapidly increasing across Australia. Learn how scammers exploit Bitcoin ATMs, the warning signs to watch for and how to protect yourself from losing money to crypto ATM fraud.
Pig Butchering: The Crypto Scam That Starts With a Friendly Message
Learn how pig butchering crypto scams target Australians through dating apps, social media and fake investment platforms. Understand warning signs, scam tactics and how to protect yourself from romance investment fraud.
How To Protect Yourself From Crypto Scams In Australia
Learn how to protect yourself from crypto scams in Australia with this 2025 guide covering investment scams, fake platforms, phishing attacks, pig butchering scams, crypto ATM fraud and practical crypto safety tips.
Romano Dark Web Drug Marketplace Investigation
An investigation into the Romano dark web marketplace including cryptocurrency payment methods, illegal drug listings, Monero usage, Bitcoin wallet activity and the risks associated with darknet drug marketplaces.
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DarkNet Army Forum Investigation
An investigation into the DarkNet Army forum and its underground marketplace activity including stolen data sales, hacking tools, cryptocurrency risks and cybersecurity threats associated with dark web platforms.