FBI searching for "CryptoQueen" Ruja Ignatova
She's accused of founding a fake cryptocurrency called OneCoin.
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She's accused of founding a fake cryptocurrency called OneCoin.
The measure would require the IRS to adopt guidance on merchant acceptance of digital assets and charitable contributions.
The milestone environmental measure is designed to tap the brakes on the spread of cryptocurrency mining operations burning fossil fuels in New York.
New York lawmakers have approved a measure designed to tap the brakes on cryptocurrency mining operations that burn fossil fuels.
Her warning comes after the crypto market took a steep dive in May, resulting in billions of dollars in losses.
There's a new warning from New York Attorney General Letitia James about the risk of investing in cryptocurrencies.
This week's crypto crash across the board is concerning for more than just crypto bros.
The focus on cryptocurrency is intensifying after a week of volatility. Crypto, unlike government-issued dollars, is a decentralized digital currency, so the value can go up or down quickly. CBS2's Steve Overmyer has the latest on what's being called a "crypto winter."
Millions of dollars of the transactions were cashed out through bitcoin ATMs and used to purchase gold and non-fungible tokens as well as more mundane items like Walmart gift cards for personal expenses, prosecutors said.
Experts say never open an unsolicited link, and never make a significant payment without verifying.
Adams says he wants New York to become the global center for cryptocurrency and other financial innovations.
It's a push to court cryptocurrency businesses in New York City.
As the interest in cryptocurrency continues to climb, the safety and security of investment apps are being called into question.
Dogecoin, which started as a joke, is now worth real money, though the value of the cryptocurrency can vary widely.
An NFT -- short for non-fungible token -- is the latest cryptocurrency craze. Think Bitcoin, but instead of holding a coin or dollar, you hold an asset, like art, tickets, music.
It is estimated Americans lost nearly $670 million to scams last year.
There's always the looming risk of identity fraud and scalpers, but some companies say a newer, cheaper and more secure way of buying tickets is taking off.
Facebook changed the way that we communicate. Now, the social media giant wants to change how its billions of users think about cryptocurrency.
Prosecutors say Patrick McDonnell is the man behind the mask seen in a YouTube video promoting cryptocurrency.
Believe it or not, you could be helping someone else earn digital currency, like Bitcoin, without even knowing it.
Bitcoin has caught the attention of investors, computer geeks, and even hackers, but what should consumers make of it?
Bitcoin is the first decentralized digital currency and worldwide payment system and while there are others to choose from, many are still scratching their heads to the entire idea.
It looks like a typical ATM, but it isn't. When customers put in cash, they get bitcoin in return.
