2023-1-7 00:55 |
The report from Immunefi revealed hacks to have been the main cause of related losses.
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According to the latest report from blockchain security firm Immunefi, the cryptocurrency sector will face persistent challenges with hacks and scams in 2024. The report highlights that although exploit losses have decreased monthly, the industry has seen more than $1.
2024-11-1 09:30 | |
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According to a report published earlier this year, cross-chain bridges are the victim of 50% of all DeFi exploits. The post Cross-Chain Bridge Hacks Were the Newest Headache in 2022 for Crypto Users appeared first on BeInCrypto.
2022-12-30 00:15 | |
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In its October report, DappRadar, a global marketplace for decentralized applications, stated that the crypto industry has rebounded and reached a market cap of $1 trillion. The Crypto Market Cap is Over $1 Trillion Despite the $1 billion losses due…
2022-11-5 23:00 | |
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The cryptocurrency market cap rose to $1 trillion in October despite the $1 billion in losses recorded via hacks during the month. DappRadar, the global app store for decentralised applications, revealed in its October report that the cryptocurrency market has continued its recovery, reaching a market cap of $1 trillion.
2022-11-4 10:39 | |
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DappRadar’s latest report has revealed that the crypto market has continued to grow despite the rampant crypto hacks. The market is now worth more than $1 trillion. The number of Unique Active Wallets (UAW) for blockchain dApps reached a daily average of 2.
2022-11-5 10:00 | |
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One report indicates that more than $2.5 billion in crypto was lost to cross-chain bridge hacks over the last two years alone.
2022-11-4 00:58 | |
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Chainalysis’s mid-year report indicates that cryptocurrency scams have decreased while hacks and stolen funds… The post Crypto scams are down while hacks and stolen funds are up: Chainalysis midyear report appeared first on CoinJournal.
2022-8-18 10:35 | |
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According to a report published on Tuesday by blockchain analysis company Chainalysis, a remarkable $1. 9 billion worth of bitcoin was stolen in hacks of various services in the first seven months of this year, representing a 60% rise from the same time in the previous year.
2022-8-17 00:36 | |
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The crypto industry is fraught with different malicious actors preying on unsuspecting users, especially the cryptojacking attackers. Many hacks and exploits occur in the industry, targeting crypto firms and individual investors.
2022-7-31 19:30 | |
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Officials can cut out the middleman by directly examining public ledgers, a report published by the BaFin financial regulator said – but at a cost.
2022-7-28 16:28 | |
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A rapidly growing crypto market means that hacks and scams are accounting for less overall activity, and their percentage of total usage continues to decline.
2022-6-14 07:01 | |
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After a huge year in 2021, hackers are continuing to target Defi platforms in Q1 2022. Chainalysis reported in a recent study about the increasing trend of malicious activities in the current year.
2022-4-16 01:30 | |
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The team behind Cashio, a Solana-based dApp that was hacked last week, published a postmortem report on the attack. In one of the biggest hacks on this network, the bad actors managed to steal $50 million by exploiting a vulnerability on the dApp.
2022-3-29 01:00 | |
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The amount of money lost in hacks of decentralized financed (DeFi) projects more than doubled to $1. 3 billion in 2021. "State of DeFi Security" research report had highlighted the same concern.
2022-1-28 16:30 | |
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The research reveals that crypto losses in the nature of exploits and rug-pulls saw a 137% rise in comparison to figure calculated in 2020.
2022-1-7 20:30 | |
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DEX aggregator and cross-chain asset management platform DeFiYield recently unveiled a database of exploits, hacks, and scams related to decentralized finance. About $1. 7 billion has been lost to DeFi scams in the past five years.
2021-9-2 17:45 | |
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Over three-quarters of the total cryptocurrency hacks in the first seven months of the year occurred in decentralized finance (DeFi) space, according to a report from crypto intelligence company CipherTrace.
2021-8-12 16:56 | |
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Ciphertrace, a blockchain analytics company, has announced that crypto-related crimes have moved to the realm of decentralized finance (defi) apps and protocols. Now, the impact these hacks and exploits represent is way bigger than the one classic hacks to centralized exchanges and other scams do, according to their latest “Cryptocurrency Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Report.” […]
2021-5-15 03:30 | |
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Cryptocurrency research firm Messari has revealed that the total amount of funds stolen from decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols since 2019 is over $284 million. DeFi Hacks and Thefts Since 2019 Total $284 Million Tweeting on Wednesday (April 28, 2021), Mesaari noted that DeFi projects have lost about $284.
2021-4-30 00:01 | |
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In a report released by crypto data research firm Messari, DeFi platforms have so far lost more than $284. 9 million to unscrupulous exploiters and hackers. The firm analyzed DeFi data from 2019.
2021-4-30 20:48 | |
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A preliminary report from a United Nations inquiry suggests North Korea is using the proceeds from crypto hacks to funds its weapons programs.
2021-2-10 08:49 | |
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U.N. experts estimate that over $316 million in crypto was stolen by North Korea-linked hackers last year.
2021-2-10 18:19 | |
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The DeFi summer of 2020 witnessed ‘rug-pulls’ left, right, and center. DeFi Landscape Saw Major Crypto Thefts Blockchain technology and cryptocurrency analysis firm CipherTrace recently released the 2020 Cryptocurrency Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Report.
2021-1-31 22:00 | |
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Cryptocurrency wallet and browser extension MetaMask has been busy beefing up its security as hacks and exploits continue to plague the industry. In its latest monthly report, MetaMask has detailed ongoing efforts to improve the platform for its users and increase security.
2020-12-15 09:35 | |
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Hackers have stolen $100 million from decentralized finance (Defi) projects so far this year, according to a new report. Defi accounted for 50% of all hacks and thefts in the second half of the year.
2020-11-11 22:15 | |
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In the last 10 months of 2020, losses from cryptocurrency hacks, thefts, and frauds have declined a good $1. 8 billion compared to last year. But at the same, the crimes in the “decentralized finance” (DeFi) sector jumped.
2020-11-11 21:09 | |
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The recent surge in DeFi makes the industry is an attractive target for hackers.
2020-11-11 16:57 | |
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According to the company's statement at the time of the hacks, the attacks were said to have affected only a "limited" number of clients.
2020-10-16 23:06 | |
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North Korea allegedly has about 6,000 hackers, many of whom operate abroad, according to a recent report published by the U. S. Army. The infamous Lazarus Group, thought to be linked to a number of cryptocurrency exchange hacks, is among them.
2020-8-20 15:15 | |
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People in India are five times more likely to suffer a cryptocurrency mining hack because of poor consumer awareness, according to a new security report by Microsoft. In its findings published July 29, Microsoft notes that although the number of similar attacks declined by 35% in 2019 from a year earlier, Indians, together with Sri […] The post Indians Five Times More Likely to Suffer Crypto-Related Hacks: Report appeared first on Bitcoin News.
2020-8-4 19:33 | |
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Microsoft has published its annual security report, which talks about the latest cybersecurity threats in the world. In its findings, Microsoft notes that India and Sri Lanka are five times...
2020-8-2 00:50 | |
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Microsoft has published its annual security report, which talks about the latest cybersecurity threats in the world. In its findings, Microsoft notes that India and Sri Lanka are five times...
2020-8-3 00:50 | |
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An independent report by two ConsenSys researchers this week explored an economic review of ETH 2 “Serenity,” the upcoming shift to a proof-of-stake mechanism for Ethereum. The post ConsenSys researchers say DeFi hacks are easier to scale on Ethereum 2.0 appeared first on CryptoSlate.
2020-7-17 19:00 | |
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During the first five months of 2020, losses from cryptocurrency hacks, thefts, and frauds spiked to about $1. 4 billion, as per the report from CipherTrace. The crypto crime in 2020 is on track to be the second largest on record after last year’s $4.
2020-6-3 18:10 | |
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The cryptocurrency space has seen significant evolution. An industry that was once infamous for silly, scammy ICOs, exit scams, hacks, and darknet purchases has witnessed a tremendous change in its laThe post Huobi report reveals significant growth in cryptocurrency projects as market evolves appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2020-5-18 16:30 | |
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Hacker groups from several foreign countries have reportedly started targeting several companies conducting research into the coronavirus pandemic. Reuters recently reported that Tonya Ugoretz, a Deputy Assistant Director at the FBI, made the attempted hacks known at a panel conducted by international nonprofit think tank The Aspen Institute.
2020-4-19 00:15 | |
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A new report released by blockchain analysis firm, Chainalysis, shows that cryptocurrency exchange hacks in 2019 resulted in a theft of $283 million — a sharp drop from 2018 which saw roughly $875 million stolen.
2020-1-23 10:18 | |
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Hackers are getting more sophisticated, breaching a greater number of crypto exchanges in 2019 compared to the previous year. Chainalysis has published an initial overview of its 2020 Crypto Crime report.
2020-1-23 04:50 | |
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In an excerpt from its upcoming ‘2020 Crypto Crime Report,’ Chainalysis addressed cases of cryptocurrency exchange hacks over the years, while tracking where the funds went after they’re stolen.The post Chainalysis report claims exchange security, hackers have improved simultaneously appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2020-1-23 03:30 | |
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Cryptopia, the New Zealand-based cryptocurrency exchange that fell victim to not one but two hacks, released an update on its liquidation process, earlier today. The exchange made the announcement via its official Twitter handle, which tweeted, “The latest update for #Cryptopia stakeholders is now available.
2019-10-25 17:00 | |
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North Korea has denied a recent U.N. report suggesting it was behind major hacks that reaped around $2 billion for its weapons programs.
2019-9-3 14:00 | |
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A new report by CipherTrace provides insight into the state of the global crypto asset markets. The ‘Q2 2019 Cryptocurrency Anti-Money Laundering Report’ says a growing global regulatory response and the entry of Facebook’s Libra were significant events last quarter.
2019-8-24 22:00 | |
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Coin market ranking chart application, CoinGecko joins forces with blockchain-based financial ecosystem and global leader in regtech for digital assets, Coinfirm. As per the claims made, two things will arise from this partnership: bettering the former’s exchange, i.
2019-8-17 18:54 | |
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The world of crypto trading and investing can still be a minefield to the uninitiated. Stories of hacks and scams are still commonplace affecting both individuals and huge companies. Some sensible security precautions are necessary in this digital age as one BBC journalist found out the hard way.
2019-8-16 14:46 | |
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The cryptocurrency market has not been able to keep itself safe from activities like fraud, Ponzi schemes, scams, and hacks. The world of cryptocurrencies has seen hackers stay one step ahead, despite the fact that many entities have taken several security measures to prevent funds from being stolen.
2019-8-13 14:00 | |
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A United Nations (UN) report has disclosed how the intergovernmental organization is investigating at least 35 cyberattacks led by North Korea, South China Morning Post reports. The attacks include cryptocurrency exchange hacks and crypto-jacking campaigns.
2019-8-13 12:08 | |
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Exchange hacks are the biggest threats to crypto holders, as Binance users were recently reminded. But digital thieves are finding fewer opportunities to steal cryptocurrencies from investors and exchanges, according to a new report from a Liechtenstein bank.
2019-8-10 17:53 | |
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Cryptocurrency exchanges and banks losing money to North Korea hackers to fund for their nuclear missions, a confidential U. N report states. In an exclusive research report published on Reuters from an exclusive U.
2019-8-6 20:31 | |
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A recent report by the United Nations has revealed that North Korea has amassed billions of dollars for its weapons programs. The loot has been pilfered from cyber-attacks and cryptocurrency exchange hacks according to the confidential dossier.
2019-8-6 14:00 | |
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India has intensified efforts to curb crypto-related scams by collaborating with tech giants Google and Meta (formerly Facebook), according to the Ministry of Home Affairs’ 2024 annual report.
T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU) has frozen criminal assets valued at $100 million across five continents. Formed by Tether, TRON, and TRM Labs in August 2024, the group collaborates with law enforcement worldwide to disrupt organized schemes that rely on blockchain transactions.
The demand for fresh narratives in the crypto space has ignited a booming trend—AI-inspired memecoins. These tokens, blending artificial intelligence with the viral appeal of meme culture, have surged to a collective market capitalization of over $10 billion, as per Coingecko data.
Pig butchering scams led to $3. 6 billion in crypto losses in 2024, emerging as the most significant fraud scheme of the year, according to a report by web3 security firm Cyvers. The long-term fraud method, where victims are groomed over time to make substantial investments, outpaced other forms of crypto scams in 2024.
The rise of crypto has become a breeding ground for financial scams in France, contributing to a surge in fraudulent activity that has authorities scrambling to protect consumers. The Paris Public Prosecutor’s Office, along with regulatory bodies like the AMF and ACPR, are particularly concerned about the growing number of schemes involving bogus crypto investments.
Crypto frauds and hacks in 2024 caused $2.3 billion in losses, with Ethereum and multisig wallets most affected, exposing critical vulnerabilities. The post Over $2.3 Billion Stolen in Crypto Hacks and Frauds in 2024 appeared first on BeInCrypto.
The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission charged three individuals on Dec. 11 with impersonating securities brokers and investment advisers to execute a scheme involving digital assets. The complaint names three Nigerian nationals and alleges that their actions diverted more than $2.