A Brazilian cybersecurity researcher has raised alarm bells, warning others about counterfeit ledger devices that has been planted by scammers in the Chinese market in the attempt to steal users' crypto.

Brazilian federal police have arrested two local musicians MC Ryan SP and MC Poze do Rodo after evidence linked the two individuals to a $320 million money laundering network.

Apple has taken down a malicious clone of Ledger Live after it was linked to a $9.5 million crypto theft, highlighting persistent security vulnerabilities in mainstream app marketplaces despite ongoing enforcement efforts.

American musician Garrett Dutton, better known as G. Love, has shared the story of how he has lost his retirement funds (estimated worth of $420,000) after falling victim to a malicious app scam

The arrest of a fugitive linked to the kidnapping of David Balland marks a key breakthrough in a case that has come to symbolize a broader surge in crypto-related abductions across France.

Ledger is seeing record demand for its hardware wallets as crypto theft rises and is planning a potential New York listing to raise more capital. The company reported strong revenues, securing around $100 billion in Bitcoin for customers, and is expanding in the U.S. to attract institutional investors.

Do you really need a Ledger?

Scammers are using USPS to send fake Ledger letters urging users to “validate” wallets and steal private keys—a shift to physical phishing. Meanwhile, fake Ledger Live apps on macOS spread malware to capture recovery phrases.

Crypto millionaires are hiring private security amidst a global rise in kidnappings and threats. A recent Coinbase data breach exposing names and balances has only deepened fears. As digital defenses improve, attackers are going offline, targeting individuals instead. But are bodyguards and protocols enough—or just a false sense of safety in a still-vulnerable space?

Armed men attempted to kidnap a crypto tycoon’s daughter and grandchild in Paris but fled after a struggle. Authorities suspect financial motives linked to the family’s crypto ties and have launched a manhunt. As crypto-related kidnappings rise, the case raises urgent questions about law enforcement’s readiness in a digital-first world.