Crypto heist in Dubai: Woman swaps wallets in seconds, walks away with $1 million

A Dubai court sentenced a woman to jail, a hefty fine and deportation for orchestrating a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam. The "wallet swap" scheme involved replacing an investor's hardware wallet during a business meeting, leading to the theft of millions in digital assets. The case highlights the UAE's firm stance on crypto crimes as serious financial offenses.

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Jan 6, 2026 - 14:47
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Crypto heist in Dubai: Woman swaps wallets in seconds, walks away with $1 million
A Dubai court sentenced a woman to jail, a hefty fine and deportation for orchestrating a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam. The "wallet swap" scheme involved replacing an investor's hardware wallet during a business meeting, leading to the theft of millions in digital assets. The case highlights the UAE's firm stance on crypto crimes as serious financial offenses.

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