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Operation Mirage: the investment scam has an org chart, a quota and a call center

An operation by the Civil Police of Pernambuco lays bare what prevention guides rarely show: the fake investment scheme isn't a lone fraudster improvising. It's a structure with an office, a script and a monthly target.

Compliance & Regulation3 min read

Virtual Asset Service Providers Have Until October 30 to Apply for Central Bank Authorization

The deadline cannot be extended and applies to firms already in operation. Those that fail to file have 30 days to wind down — and the clock is already running.

Antifraud5 min read

Anatomy of the fake crypto investment scam

The scam doesn't convince the victim all at once. It walks them through six stages, each designed to make the next one seem reasonable. Understanding the funnel is what makes it possible to interrupt before the last stage.