ChainCatcher message, Gifto stated early this morning on platform X: "Attention to a serious security incident related to the GFT contract. The GFT token contract has been compromised, and more GFT tokens have been issued. We are investigating, and we do understand the seriousness of this matter and assure you that we are taking the necessary measures. We ask all exchanges listing GFT to halt trading of this token. We are working to resolve this issue."Previous news, after Binance announced it would delist Gifto (GFT) on December 10, the Gifto project team issued an additional 1.2 billion GFT and transferred them to multiple exchanges.

ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, the decentralized prediction market platform Polymarket has announced the suspension of access to its platform for users in France. This move comes weeks after the French National Gaming Authority (ANJ) launched a gambling compliance investigation into the platform.It is reported that the investigation stems from a large bet placed by a French trader on the platform regarding Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Although Polymarket has implemented IP bans, users can still access the platform via VPN, according to the French cryptocurrency news site The Big Whale.As of the time of publication, Polymarket's terms of service have not been updated with the relevant restrictions.

ChainCatcher message, Slow Mist stated on platform X that due to law enforcement intervention, Slow Mist will fully cooperate with law enforcement and DEXX official related investigation requests. If not authorized, it is impossible to disclose information that should not be disclosed. If you are a victim, keep an eye on the wallet address of the attacker corresponding to your stolen funds. Many wallets have an observer wallet mode, which makes it easy to monitor fund movements.

ChainCatcher news, according to a report by Cointelegraph, a BBC investigation has revealed that influencer Logan Paul is accused of profiting from promoting cryptocurrencies without disclosing his financial interests. The BBC's investigation uncovered evidence linking Paul to an anonymous crypto wallet, obtained through transactions associated with Paul's public wallet.It is alleged that this anonymous wallet purchased the tokens before Paul promoted them to his 23 million YouTube followers and sold them for a profit after the price surged.Reportedly, influencer Logan Paul has promised to provide refunds to users of the allegedly fraudulent NFT project CryptoZoo, on the condition that they waive their right to sue him.

ChainCatcher news, according to a report by The Paper, at the 14th China Anti-Money Laundering Summit and the 4th Lujiazui National Financial Security Summit, Wang Jing, Deputy Director of the Anti-Money Laundering Bureau of the People's Bank of China, pointed out that in recent years, national public security, prosecution, and judicial authorities have continuously increased their efforts to combat money laundering crimes, with the number of cases investigated, prosecuted, and tried steadily rising.With the emergence of new technologies and new business models, criminals are constantly innovating their money laundering methods, using illegal payment platforms, virtual currencies, e-commerce or live streaming platforms, game currencies, and other means to transfer and conceal criminal funds. They also mix various payment methods such as bank accounts, virtual currencies, and cash, making money laundering techniques more diverse and covert, which increases the difficulty of detection and investigation.Wang Jing emphasized that a high-pressure stance must be maintained in the ongoing crackdown on money laundering crimes, continuously improving the quality and efficiency of investigations, prosecutions, and trials.

ChainCatcher news, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong criticized the recent investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) into the cryptocurrency prediction market Polymarket.Armstrong expressed his dissatisfaction on social media, believing that the DOJ's actions are politically motivated and may inadvertently strengthen Polymarket's influence. It is understood that the ongoing investigation involves the search of electronic devices belonging to Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan.

ChainCatcher message, Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan responded on X regarding the platform's investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice: "It is frustrating that the current administration would make a last-ditch effort to go after companies they believe are associated with political opponents.We are firmly committed to a nonpartisan stance, and today is no exception, but the current administration should engage in some self-reflection and recognize that taking a more business-friendly and entrepreneurial approach could change the fate of this election for them.Polymarket has provided value to tens of millions of people during this election cycle, while harming no one. We take great pride in this. I can say with my head held high that the future of America, especially the future of American entrepreneurship, has never been brighter. In the face of adversity, we continue to build."

ChainCatcher news, according to Coingape, former SEC official Marc Fagel expressed concerns regarding the agency's recent issuance of a Wells Notice to Ethereum Web3 gaming company Immutable. Immutable stated that this was issued without prior communication or with limited explanation, which does not align with the typically broader investigative procedures.Fagel commented that it is uncommon for the SEC to issue such notices without conducting a thorough investigation first, indicating that this practice may be "risky." Typically, companies expect to undergo several months of interviews or communications before receiving a Wells Notice, and deviating from this standard practice could be seen as "risky."Previous news, the Ethereum gaming company Immutable received a Wells Notice from the SEC, accused of violating securities laws, and may soon face enforcement action.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, YouTube influencer MrBeast is under investigation for connections to over 50 potential insider trading-related crypto wallets, which have collectively gained more than $23 million in profits.Previous news, YouTube influencer Jimmy Donaldson (MrBeast) has been accused of promoting and then selling off multiple low-market-cap crypto project tokens, earning over $10 million in profits.

ChainCatcher news, Bitmain issued a statement stating that Bitmain focuses on the cryptocurrency mining machine business and has no connection with the recent media reports regarding the supply investigation. Any news claiming that Bitmain is involved in the aforementioned incident is false. Bitmain reserves the right to pursue legal responsibility against media outlets that publish and disseminate false information.Previous news, the U.S. Department of Commerce launched an investigation into TSMC earlier this month to confirm whether it provided chips to Huawei. Subsequently, TSMC stopped supplying chips to the AI company Sophgo, which is affiliated with Bitmain.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Information, the U.S. Department of Commerce initiated an investigation into TSMC earlier this month to confirm whether it provided chips to Huawei. Subsequently, TSMC stopped supplying chips to the AI company Sophgo, which is affiliated with Bitmain.According to two informed sources, TSMC has cut off chip supplies to the relevant companies. Since 2020, Huawei has been banned from purchasing chips made with U.S. technology, including those produced by TSMC. TSMC stated that it uses U.S. technology in its chip manufacturing process and will comply with U.S. laws.Earlier reports indicated that semiconductor research firm TechInsights claimed that after dismantling Huawei's current high-end AI accelerator chip Ascend 910B, it found that this chip might have been manufactured by TSMC, which also suggests that TSMC may have violated U.S. export controls.

ChainCatcher news, Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino responded to the FUD news by stating, "As we told The Wall Street Journal, there is no indication that Tether is under investigation. The Wall Street Journal is just repeating old news."Previously, The Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. Treasury Department is considering sanctions against the stablecoin issuer Tether. According to informed sources, the federal government is investigating whether the cryptocurrency company Tether may have violated sanctions and anti-money laundering regulations.

ChainCatcher News, U.S. state securities regulators have stated that most of their investigations and enforcement actions in 2023 stem from technology and digital assets.In new investigations launched in 2023, 343 cases involved digital assets, 144 involved staking, and 205 involved social media fraud. The North American Securities Administrators Association stated in a release earlier this week that these numbers represent a "significant increase" compared to 2022.According to the 2024 Enforcement Report released on Tuesday, throughout the entire calendar and fiscal year of 2023, state regulators also reported 214 cases involving stocks and equity, as well as 145 cases involving Ponzi schemes and pyramid schemes. The report was compiled through a survey of NASAA members, including responses from 49 member jurisdictions of the association.

ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, U.S. prosecutors handling the case of former FTX executive Nishad Singh have requested that the sentencing judge consider Singh's "substantial assistance" and "exemplary cooperation" in the government's investigation of FTX.In a filing submitted on October 23, prosecutors stated that Singh "has shown genuine remorse and a willingness to help." Singh assisted the government in understanding how FTX's code allowed for the illegal use of customer funds and detailed the transactions made by Sam Bankman-Fried using the stolen funds.In February 2023, the former engineering chief pleaded guilty to six criminal charges, including fraud and conspiracy, related to the collapse of FTX in November last year. Last week, his lawyers requested a federal judge to waive his imprisonment in a sentencing document submitted on October 16. They described him as "an unusually selfless person," claiming that his role at FTX was limited and detailing his cooperation with authorities. Singh and former FTX Chief Technology Officer Gary Wang are both awaiting sentencing.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, based on recent survey data, U.S. banking professionals slightly favor Trump, but most expect Harris to take office in the White House in January next year.The publisher of American Banker, Arizent, collected survey data from 191 U.S. banking respondents, finding that 59% (about 112 people) believe Harris is the frontrunner. However, when asked which administration, Trump or Harris, would be more beneficial for the banking industry, 58% of respondents indicated that a Trump administration would be more favorable to them.According to American Banker: "Interestingly, 58% of the surveyed bankers believe that the Trump administration is more beneficial for their industry and individual companies, while 35% think Harris is the most beneficial for the banking sector. A similar sentiment was also found in questions regarding which election outcome would bring the best results for regulatory and policy matters as well as for the country as a whole."

ChainCatcher news, according to Bitcoin.com, Indian actress Tamannaah Bhatia has been questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) of India for allegedly promoting the "HPZ Token" platform, which is accused of deceiving investors through a cryptocurrency scheme. Authorities are investigating whether she supported the scam and whether she promoted IPL content related to illegal gambling. It remains unclear whether Tamannaah Bhatia is involved, but the investigation is ongoing.Tamannaah Bhatia had previously been questioned in Maharashtra for similar allegations. Investigators looked into her promotion of the Fairplay betting application, which is under investigation for encouraging the viewing of IPL matches related to illegal gambling.Reports suggest that Tamannaah Bhatia promoted IPL content on Fairplay, raising concerns about her role in supporting questionable activities. Investigators are also reviewing her appearances in HPZ Token events, where she received appearance fees, to determine whether her endorsement helped legitimize the platform, which is now allegedly part of a scam.

ChainCatcher news, the market maker Gotbit officially posted on X: "Our CEO Alex Andryunin has been arrested in Portugal. We currently have no further details, but rest assured that your account at Gotbit is safe. Our goal is to prove the innocence of the company and CEO Alex Andryunin. We are fully prepared to cooperate with the authorities, providing all necessary documents to support the investigation and quickly resolve this misunderstanding. We will update you promptly as more information becomes available."

ChainCatcher news, the Dutch police recently disclosed a long-term investigation into the "largest and longest-running" international dark web market, which led to the arrest of two operational administrators and the seizure of 8 million euros (8.7 million dollars) in cryptocurrency.The market consists of two major entities, Bohemia and Cannabia, where users can purchase malware, DDoS attack services, and primarily cannabis-related drugs. The police stated that this is the first time such a large-scale dark web market has been discovered, with 82,000 advertisements posted daily and 67,000 transactions facilitated monthly, earning 12 million euros (13.1 million dollars) in September 2023 alone.The investigation began in 2022, and the market collapsed at the end of 2023 due to an "exit scam," with service interruptions and a dispute with a "rogue developer" believed to be the reasons for its collapse.