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Graduate of History from The University Sussex and a Masters in Journalism from The University of Groningen, James Field has written for publication in the United Kingdom and Netherlands across a range of topics including arts, culture, environmental and legal sector issues. He served as Deputy Editor for a leading Legal publication and currently researches and writes on the digital asset space, with a focus on legal changes impacting the industry.

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Meta wipes out 6.8 million WhatsApp accounts linked to scams
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11 August, 2025

Meta wipes out 6.8 million WhatsApp accounts linked to scams

Meta banned over 6 million WhatsApp accounts tied to crypto and romance scams, as it ramps up efforts to fight...
UK gets $665K BTC from seizures to reinvest in crime fighting
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11 August, 2025

UK gets $665K BTC from seizures to reinvest in crime fighting

Lancashire Police has announced it has received £500,000 (around $664,500) to reinvest in crime fighting following a major fraud investigation.
North Korea exploits job market in latest cyberattacks: report
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8 August, 2025

North Korea exploits job market in latest cyberattacks: report

North Korean hackers are evolving in parallel with technological advancements, infiltrating firms using malware and deepfakes to evade sanctions.
FinCEN flags crypto ATMs in money laundering schemes
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8 August, 2025

FinCEN flags crypto ATMs in money laundering schemes

FinCEN warns about crypto ATMs being exploited for drug money laundering, urging vigilance and reporting of dubious transactions under the...
UK regulator to lift ban on ‘crypto’ ETNs for retail investors
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8 August, 2025

UK regulator to lift ban on ‘crypto’ ETNs for retail investors

In the U.K. only professional investors are permitted to access cETNs, but recently, the FCA said “firms will soon be...
Crypto hacks hit $142M in July, jumping from $111M in June
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7 August, 2025

Crypto hacks hit $142M in July, jumping from $111M in June

Despite progress from 2024, 2025 remains a record year for thefts, with hackers stealing $142 million from crypto in July...

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