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According to the blockchain analytics firm Elliptic, cross-chain services are fast becoming the preferred money laundering method for a range of cybercrimes, including scams and crypto thefts.Cross-chain crime refers to the swapping of crypto assets between different tokens or blockchains — often in rapid succession and with no legitimate business purpose — to obfuscate their criminal origin.Moreover, the report found that decentralised exchanges (DEXs), cross-chain bridges and coin swap services have processed $7 billion of illicit funds.”In relation to our previous estimate of $4.1 billion in October 2022, this includes (a) new cross-chain crime occurring since then and (b) any…

The Indian squad is locking the horns with Australia on the field today as the stakes in the ICC Cricket World Cup get higher.Talking about his favourites, the ‘War’ actor said: “There are many favourites at the moment, but my all-time favourite is the Master Blaster, Sachin Tendulkar. Apart from that, if we’re talking about the current team, then Hardik Pandya steals my heart.”Describing what he loves about Hardik, the actor said: “He is an unexpected player and an all-rounder. He bats, he bowls, and is physically gifted. I am also a big fan of K L Rahul and am…

The deceased were identified as Rajesh Sundhi and Madhab Kumar Samad, of Pallahra in Angul district and Purusottam Bhoi of Bolangir district.“The deceased friends Rajesh and Madhab used to go for morning walks everyday on the National Highway. However, a speeding vehicle hit them near Muktapur village at 6 am in the morning. The vehicle escaped the spot leaving the duo in a pool of blood,” said local sources.Police rushed them to nearby hospital where doctors declared them brought dead. The Pallahara Police have launched a probe into the matter.Similarly, 17-year-old Purusottam along with his four friends was strolling on…

The team not only failed to convert a large number of Penalty corners it earned, but it also conceded quite a few goals via PCs.In six matches it has played in the Asian Games, India earned 69 penalty corners and could manage to convert 16 of them, for a success rate of 23.18 percent.In all, India scored 35 goals in six matches it played in Hangzhou –17 field goals, 16 via PCs and two PS. In comparison, eventual gold medallists China earned 77 PCs and converted 20 of them for a marginally better success rate of around 26 per cent.For…

Officials said that two army porters, identified as Ashwani Kumar and Raj Kumar, were injured in a landmine explosion in Kalal area near the LoC in Nowshera sector of Rajouri on Saturday. “Both injured porters belong to Mangote village. They sustained splinter injuries and were shifted to hospital for treatment,” an official said. Landmines are planted by the army near the LoC to prevent infiltration by the terrorists. Sometimes due to rain or geological factors, these mines get shifted from their original planted site leading to accidents and unexpected explosions. Such landmines are called ‘drift landmines’ in technical language.–IANSsq/vd

Abhay Gadru and Yash Ramugade from Mumbai were in a small twin-engined light aircraft, a Piper PA-34 Seneca, which crashed near the local airport in Chilliwack, close to Vancouver, on Friday.The plane crashed behind a motel near the airport, killing the pilot and everyone on board, Sgt Pete Healey from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) was quoted as saying in CBC News.According to the Vancouver Sun newspaper, Gadru had moved to Canada three years ago to complete pilot training. He was expected to graduate from a programme in November.While the RCMP is notifying the victims’ next of kin, the…

“Extremely saddened to know about the terrible tragedy in a firecracker factory in Karnataka’s Attibele in Anekal taluk.” Kharge wrote on X.”Our deepest condolences to the families of the victims, in this hour of grief. Our thoughts are with the injured who have been provided medical assistance,” he added.The Congress President further announced that the state government has announced Rs 5 lakh compensation for each of the families of the victims.Warning of taking stern actions against the culprits, Kharge said, “We will not spare the culprits and all possible safety measures will be taken, so that such incidents do not…

In the first post, Perry’s hand rested under a light as tattoo artist Liz Kim etched the ink onto her finger, reports People magazine.”You guys know what it is? I bet you can’t guess what I’m getting right now,” the singer said in the video as the light obscured the details of her new body art. “But I am getting my tour tattooed, it’s a tradition.””8 more #PLAY shows left so it’s tour tattoo time.”The ‘Firework’ songstress wrote over the clip. In a follow-up image, Perry showed off her new tattoo of a cartoon mushroom — an object featured prominently…

Bengaluru, Oct 8 (IANS) Chawngfianga Middle School, Saiden, Kulasib, Mizoram will face off against Minerva Public School, Mohali, Punjab in the exciting finals of the 62nd Subroto Cup International Football Tournament which will be played on Tuesday at the Army Services Corps (ASC) Centre, here.In the first semi-final played at the ASC Centre, Chawngfianga Middle School, Saiden, Kulasib, Mizoram dominated Manikpara High School, Jhargram, West Bnegal, beating them 5-0. The Mizo School started quick in the first half and took a three goal lead inside the first 15 minutes.Isak Lalmalsawma scored twice while Malsawmkima scored the third to give them…

Hangzhou, Oct 8 (IANS) With a clean sweep of gold medals in all five sections, India on Saturday signaled a change of guard in compound archery at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, ending the Republic of Korea’s dominance of the discipline at the Asian Games.On Saturday, India’s Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Ojas Pravin Deotable bagged gold medals in the women’s and men’s individual competitions. A couple of days ago, India had also cruised to gold medals in the Men’s and Women’s Team competitions.On Thursday, the women’s team defeated Chinese Taipei 159-158 in the final while the men’s team overcame Korea…