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ED, CBI Bust Rs 640 Crore Cyber Fraud, Arrest CAs and Crypto Trader
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06 Dec 2024
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ED, CBI Bust Rs 640 Crore Cyber Fraud, Arrest CA and Crypto Trader: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) have uncovered a massive Rs 640 crore cyber fraud, leading to the arrest of a Chartered Accountant (CA) and a cryptocurrency trader. The fraud involved creating fake entities and laundering money through cryptocurrency transactions. Investigations revealed that the accused used complex digital methods to hide the origin and destination of the funds, deceiving both investors and regulatory authorities. The authorities have seized assets and are conducting further inquiries into the extent of the operations. This bust is part of a broader crackdown on financial frauds and money laundering activities, with a focus on cryptocurrency as a medium for illegal financial transactions.