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Police question Bureau of Meteorology staff over cryptocurrency operation – 8 March 2018
The Australian Federal Police are currently investigating two individuals who are believed to be linked to an operation that involved using the Bureau of Meteorology’s computers to ‘mine’ cryptocurrencies. Charges are yet to be laid, but the investigation continues.
ASIC puts general insurer surveillance practices under the microscope – 7 March 2018
ASIC is in the process of reviewing fraud surveillance and investigation techniques used by general insurance organisations. The watchdog is concerned with the risk of harm to consumers, which could result in inadequate outcomes.
Twitter on the Cryptocurrency scam warpath – 7 March 2018
Following suit from Facebook, who recently banned advertisements on the platform for ICOs, Twitter has become the latest social networking platform seeking to combat cryptocurrency fraud. Steps taken include tighter controls on fraudulent accounts and post history.
https://www.finder.com.au/twitter-on-the-cryptocurrency-scam-warpath
Canberra woman accused of dating scam claimed to have Michael Clarke’s baby: court documents – 6 March 2018
Canberra resident Crystal-Lee Lancaster allegedly used online dating platform Plenty of Fish to lure men, benefiting more than $200,000. She has been charged with 24 counts of obtaining property by deception, but will appear in court again later this month.
