The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized $9 million worth of cryptocurrency linked to a pig butchering scam. The scam, which originated in Southeast Asia, involves scammers targeting victims on social media and dating apps, building trust with them, and then convincing them to invest in fraudulent cryptocurrency platforms. The DOJ's seizure is a sign that law enforcement is taking pig butchering scams seriously. These scams have become increasingly common in recent years, and they have caused substantial losses for victims. The DOJ's actions are a welcome step in the fight against these scams.