1. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has charged the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of The Epoch Times, a conservative media outlet, in a $67 million cryptocurrency fraud scheme. The CFO, Han Xiang Zhang, is accused of misappropriating funds from The Epoch Times and using them to invest in and trade cryptocurrencies without the knowledge or consent of the company's leadership.

2. According to the DOJ, Zhang used his position as CFO to divert millions of dollars from The Epoch Times' accounts to his personal accounts, which he then used to engage in cryptocurrency trading and investments. The scheme is alleged to have lasted for several years, with Zhang covering up his activities by providing false financial reports to the company's management.

3. The charges against Zhang include wire fraud, money laundering, and making false statements to federal agents. If convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison. The case highlights the ongoing efforts of U.S. authorities to crack down on cryptocurrency-related fraud and the importance of strong financial controls and oversight within organizations.