New Zealand

Users of Hacked Exchange Cryptopia Can Now Make Claims to Recover Funds

The liquidator of the defunct cryptocurrency exchange has opened a portal so former users can begin making claims to retrieve their trapped funds.

As well as making cryptocurrency transactions, the man is alleged to have bought luxury cars and property to launder funds.

NZX has halted trading for the third day in a row as a result of cybercriminals attempting to extort cryptocurrency.

The bank funds are said to be linked to Russian Alexander Vinnik, who allegedly ran the defunct crypto exchange BTC-e.

A rise in cryptocurrency and coronavirus investment scams has prompted authorities to launch an awareness campaign.

In the fallout from a massive hack of the New Zealand cryptocurrency exchange, users at last have a little good news.

By Daniel PalmerApr 8, 2020

New Zealand's Inland Revenue Department is considering how best to change its tax regimen so cryptocurrencies aren't at a disadvantage.

By Daniel PalmerFeb 25, 2020

ABS has invested a "significant" amount in TradeWindow, a startup working to put trade finance on a blockchain.

By Daniel PalmerAug 13, 2019

New Zealand's Inland Revenue Department has made it legal to receive salaries in cryptocurrency, and be taxed accordingly.

By Daniel PalmerAug 12, 2019

Cryptopia has filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S. seeking to preserve vital user data held on servers in Arizona

By Yogita KhatriMay 27, 2019

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