Attacker Tricks User into Sending $68 Million in Cryptocurrency
Attacker tricks user into sending $68 million in WBTC. Sends back only $153,000 in Ethereum as a gesture. Victim offers…
Near Protocol’s X Account Compromised by Hackers
Cryptocurrency world often makes headlines with negative news. Today, a hacking incident involving an altcoin's X account was reported. Users…
Binance Research Team Plays Key Role in Arrest of Fraud Suspect
Binance's in-chain research team helped arrest a suspect in the ZKasino fraud case. The team examined all smart contracts and…
QANplatform Launches First Quantum-Resistant Blockchain Test Network
QANplatform introduces a quantum-resistant blockchain test network compatible with Ethereum Virtual Machine. The new network allows developers to write smart…
Hacker Strikes Again, Moves Millions in Cryptocurrency
Hacker sends 1,100 Ethereum to Tornado Cash. Previously inactive Ethereum worth $3.3 million moved. Wallet still holds $181 million in…
Crypto Attack Leads to $70 Million Loss
Significant crypto attack captured by Lookonchain. Investor loses $70 million in WBTC due to scam. Scammer exploits address similarity, deceives…
Bitfinex CTO Addresses Recent Data Theft Concerns
Bitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino addresses data theft. Only 5,000 of 22,500 emails matched Bitfinex users. No actual breach detected; funds…
Bitfinex Confirms Major Data Breach Impacting Users
Bitfinex exchange confirms a shocking 2.5 TB data leak. Leak exposes 400,000 users to potential exploitation. Incident underscores critical need…
Investor Loses $68 Million in Crypto Scam
An investor lost $68 million in a single transaction scam. The theft was first reported by blockchain security firm Cyvers.…
Netherlands Arrests Man Over ZKasino Altcoin Fraud
Netherlands financial crime inspectors arrested a 26-year-old man. Seized assets worth $12.2 million, including cryptocurrencies. Investigation into ZKasino's fraudulent activities…
Pike Finance Clarifies Stance After $1.6 Million Hack
Pike Finance was hacked, losing $1.6 million in USDC. The hack was linked to vulnerabilities in smart contract features. Security…
Significant Drop in Crypto Losses Noted
April saw the lowest loss level since 2021. Losses in April dropped by 141% compared to March. Overall, first quarter…
Cryptocurrency and the Rise of Cyber Threats
Cryptocurrencies mean different things to different people. Some believe it offers a real alternative to the existing system. Others engage…
Io.net Responds Swiftly to Cybersecurity Breach
Io.net suffered a cybersecurity breach via SQL attack. Security Chief Husky quickly implemented protective measures. Enhanced security did not prevent…
Phoenix Wallet Withdraws from the US Market
Phoenix Wallet announces withdrawal from US app stores. Decision linked to regulatory uncertainties in the US. Users advised to empty…
UK Expands Authority to Seize and Destroy Criminal Crypto Assets
UK enhances powers to seize criminal crypto without prior arrest. New rules allow destruction of illegal crypto assets and recovery…
Velvet Capital Responds to Phishing Attack by Disabling Website
Velvet Capital temporarily disabled its website after a phishing attempt. Investors advised to reject all wallet connection requests until further…
Crypto Exchange JPEX Freezes Assets After Bankruptcy
Hong Kong authorities froze over $29 million in assets. Police arrested 72 individuals linked to JPEX. No charges yet as…
Ransomware Group Akira Targets Global Organizations
Akira ransomware breached over 250 organizations' security. Generated approximately $42 million in ransomware revenue. FBI investigations revealed targets across three…
Cardano Founder Thwarts Impersonation Scam
Charles Hoskinson exposes a scammer impersonating Solana's founder. The scam involved requesting tokens by pretending to be 'Anatoly'. Hoskinson's interaction…