Dark Web

The Dark Web is a term commonly used to describe a part of the internet that is not indexed by traditional search engines. It is a network where users can remain anonymous and engage in various activities, including the exchange of cryptocurrencies. While the Dark Web has gained notoriety for its association with illegal activities, it is important to note that not all activities conducted on the Dark Web are illegal. Within the realm of cryptocurrencies, the Dark Web has become a platform for people involved in crypto to engage in transactions and exchange information.


Politiche

Alleged Owner of Darknet Narcotics Bazaar ‘Incognito Market’ Arrested in New York

Taiwanese national Rui-Siang Lin, 23 is accused of facilitating $100 million in sales paid through crypto of illegal narcotics, including fentanyl, through the online marketplace.

Crypto hacks, scams and exploits netted some $2 billion this year. (fikry anshor/Unsplash, modified by CoinDesk)

Politiche

EU-Funded Report Calls for Crypto ID Checks, Police Training to Combat Darknet Markets

Law enforcement can learn how to track illicit activity, but outright crypto bans aren’t effective, a report commissioned by the EU's monitoring body for drugs concluded.

India has registered 92 drug trafficking cases involving crypto and the dark net. (Pixabay)

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Criminal Crypto Use Is Growing, but That’s Just Half the Story

Data suggests that while authorities are getting better at sniffing out dark web markets, dark web markets are getting better at not getting sniffed out.

Las principales criptomonedas aumentaron durante el fin de semana y los mercados de valores europeos y asiáticos subieron el lunes. (Lorenzo Cafaro/Pixabay, modified by CoinDesk)

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Drugs, Drugs and More Drugs: Crypto on the Dark Web

Down the Silk Road: Where crypto has always been used for payments.

(Jon Tyson/Unsplash)

Politiche

US Authorities Seize $34M in One of the Country's Largest Crypto Confiscations

The funds were allegedly gained by selling illicit goods, including stolen credentials.

(Kevin Ku/Unsplash)

Finanza

Leaked Slides Show How Chainalysis Flags Crypto Suspects for Cops

Walletexplorer.com, a block explorer site secretly operated by Chainalysis, has provided law enforcement with “meaningful leads,” the documents say.

(Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk)

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Feds Offer Crypto Rewards on Dark Web for Intel on Hackers and Terrorists

"The Hash" panel discusses the specifics and nuances of the U.S. State Department reportedly launching a new initiative to pay anonymous sources in cryptocurrency in search of information on enemy state-backed hackers or suspected terrorists. "I love that this is targeted surveillance... rather than mass surveillance which we see the government doing so much of," host Naomi Brockwell said. "It's nice to see them doing this for a change."

Recent Videos

Mercati

Alleged Dark Web Blockchain Analytics Tool Antinalysis Suspended

Antinalysis helps cybercriminals avoid running the risk of being identified they attempt to cash out their illicit proceeds, according to a blockchain analytics firm.

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Mercati

SEC Brings Insider Trading Charges Against Dark Web User 'The Bull'

The 30-year-old Greek man allegedly sold fake insider trading tips on AlphaBay.

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