JOINT US-CHINA OPERATION BUSTS 9 CRYPTO SCAM CENTERS

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THU, APR 30, 2026

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International authorities dismantled nine cryptocurrency investment fraud operations and arrested 276 suspects in a coordinated crackdown. The operation involved U.S. and Chinese law enforcement agencies targeting organized crypto scams.

The joint operation represents a significant enforcement action against organized cryptocurrency fraud networks. Authorities shut down nine dedicated scam centers that operated investment schemes targeting victims across multiple jurisdictions. The 276 arrests mark a substantial blow to cryptocurrency-related criminal enterprises. These operations typically involved fake investment platforms, fraudulent returns promises, and theft of deposits from unsuspecting investors. Crypto fraud remains a persistent challenge for law enforcement globally. Scammers exploit the pseudonymous nature of blockchain transactions and regulatory gaps to operate investment schemes with minimal oversight. The international coordination between U.S. and Chinese authorities demonstrates increased cooperation on financial crime investigation. Both nations face significant losses from cryptocurrency fraud, with victims collectively losing billions annually. Investigations into the seized operations are ongoing to identify additional suspects and recover stolen funds.

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