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Linear Finance faces security breach, takes swift action to rectify
Hong Kong-based defi protocol Linear Finance reported a security breach that drained its Linear USD token’s liquidity on PancakeSwap and Ascendex platforms. Hong Kong‘s burgeoning defi ecosystem faced a significant setback this week as Linear Finance, one of its leading… дальше »
2023-9-22 23:01
Indian state governments spur blockchain adoption in public administration
Numerous initiatives by local and state governments in India — from data management systems to verifiable certificate issuances — currently use blockchain technology. дальше »
2023-9-20 19:30
North Korea linked to latest crypto hacks, surpassing $270m
Recent investigations link North Korea’s Lazarus Group to a series of crypto hacks totaling over $270 million in stolen assets across major platforms in the past 102 days. Investigations suggest the latest high-profile hacks targeting crypto entities have been perpetrated… дальше »
2023-9-14 13:53
SEC charges company behind Stoner Cats NFT series with unregistered securities sale
The animated series, accessible only to NFT holders, had a cast that included Vitalik Buterin, Gary Vaynerchuk and Hollywood A-listers. дальше »
2023-9-14 19:38
North Korean Lazarus Group is targeting crypto companies with APT attacks
SlowMist reveals a sophisticated APT attack by North Korea's Lazarus Group targeting the cryptocurrency industry. дальше »
2023-9-13 02:02
Why Advanced Bitcoiners Should Consider Upgrading To a Shamir Backup
Advanced users should consider the trade-offs between complexity and resilience to backup loss Shamir secret sharing offers. дальше »
2023-9-8 18:59
Regulated Liability Network identifies proof-of-concept use case with digital pound
The RLN, which places tokenized assets and liabilities on the same ledger, was tested with simulated cross-border CBDC transactions in a previous project. дальше »
2023-9-6 22:47
Australian regulator ASIC to ramp up focus on digital scam
ASIC, Australia’s financial watchdog, has announced a new four-year plan prioritizing consumer protection against digital scams, including cryptocurrency-related frauds. ASIC, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, has unveiled a new four-year strategy aimed at shielding consumers and businesses from digital… дальше »
2023-8-30 18:31
CoinsPaid reveals how job offer led to $37m hack
The CoinsPaid attack was a six-month-long operation that involved infiltrating the company and was likely carried out by the North Korean hacker group Lazarus. In a lengthy Twitter thread published on Aug. дальше »
2023-8-29 17:42
SEC charges podcaster in first unregistered securities sales claim against NFT offering
Impact Theory produces entertainment and educational podcasts and was “trying to build the next Disney” when it invited investors to purchase its NFTs. дальше »
2023-8-29 21:02
Balancer suffers $900k exploit amid recently discovered vulnerability
The decentralized finance protocol, Balancer, suffered an exploit attack for nearly $900,000 in just a few days after a critical vulnerability was discovered. On Aug. 27, the company explained to its users that it suffered an attack and that it… дальше »
2023-8-28 12:07
FTX reports security breach involving bankruptcy agent Kroll
FTX has announced a cybersecurity breach involving its bankruptcy case claims agent, Kroll, exposing limited, non-sensitive customer data of specific claimants. On Aug. 25, the struggling crypto exchange used the X platform to notify customers, creditors, and the public about… дальше »
2023-8-25 14:27
Cybercriminals launch new crypto scam using Google Ads
Cybercriminals deploy new crypto scams using Google ads to redirect users to phishing sites deceptively. A new type of crypto scam has surfaced recently, where scammers are buying ads for genuine crypto websites on Google, and then using URL injection… дальше »
2023-8-24 12:41
Blockchain Security Firm Quantstamp Hopes to Battle Flash Loan Attacks With New Service
The service has been released in collaboration with researchers from the University of Toronto. дальше »
2023-8-23 16:00
Rapid cyberattacks demand modernized security, says Palo Alto CEO
Nikesh Arora the CEO of Palo Alto Networks, told Jim Cramer on CNBC’s “Mad Money” that companies need to modernize their cybersecurity systems. The executive explained that hackers are moving faster and attacking companies more effectively than before. During the… дальше »
2023-8-23 08:33
Friend.tech denies data breach with API clarification
Friend.tech counters claims of a 100k user data breach, emphasizing data was accessed from their public API, not a security lapse. In a statement on X, Friend.tech clarified that the data was accessed through scraping their public API, not a… дальше »
2023-8-22 17:35
Friend.tech targeted by phishing scam as its volumes grow
On-chain threat monitoring system AegisWeb3 has issued a warning on X, alerting the community against phishing attacks imitating Friend.tech. According to AegisWeb3, a phony X account called @friendtech_web3 recently announced an airdrop for the Friend token and directed users to… дальше »
2023-8-21 16:54
Cypher Protocol recovers nearly 50% of stolen assets
Cypher Protocol recovered nearly 50% of the stolen funds, worth approximately $600,000. On Aug. 7, the company suffered an exploit attack that reportedly wiped $1 million off its accounts. On Aug. дальше »
2023-8-18 16:38
Lapsus$ Report Reveals Law Enforcement Struggles Against Cyber Threats
The expoloits of the Lapsus$ hacker group shed light on systemic cybersecurity challenges, a recent report has found. The post Lapsus$ Report Reveals Law Enforcement Struggles Against Cyber Threats appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-8-13 20:30
Binance partners with Japanese KYC provider despite privacy concerns
Binance has partnered with the KYC provider known as Liquid to reenter the Japanese market. Liquid offers a facial authentication tool for KYC purposes. It uses an AI-based image processing capability. дальше »
2023-8-11 14:51
Stride Blockchain Will Move to ATOM-Powered Security Model
Stride's native token STRD trades 0.7% higher as the transition is expected to beef up the liquid staking protocol's security by several thousand percent. дальше »
2023-7-19 08:55
Pamonex raises concerns of being an advanced scam
Pamonex.com, a flashy crypto website, raises scam concerns as it lures users with promises of trading and services, posing a risk to their funds. The Pamonex site advertises an array of lucrative crypto services, including trading, a digital asset exchange,… дальше »
2023-7-17 21:44
Former FTX CEO wants to exempt friends from security checks
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried wants his close friends to visit him at his parents' home without undergoing security checks. дальше »
2023-7-14 15:44
Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky reportedly arrested
The U.S. SEC filed a lawsuit against the bankrupt crypto lender on July 13 followed by news reports about the arrest of the former CEO Alex Mashinsky. дальше »
2023-7-14 16:03
AI-Backed Web3 Security Firm Olympix Raises $4.3M
Boldstart Ventures led the round for the startup, which helps developers avoid vulnerabilities in smart contract code. дальше »
2023-7-12 19:30
Arkham suspected of privacy trafficking, users complain
According to crypto reporter Colin Wu, Binance’s popular IEO project, Arkham Intelligence, has been collecting private user data. Per the tweet, Arkham’s blockchain intelligence platform has been leaking a huge number of users’ private email addresses, calling it “personal privacy… дальше »
2023-7-11 11:08
Arkham launches on-chain crypto data and blockchain intelligence marketplace, receives mixed reaction
Dubbed the Arkham Intel Exchange, the platform will enable the monetization of blockchain data and intelligence through a bounty mechanism that connects buyers and sellers. Arkham’s intel-to-earn economy goes live. дальше »
2023-7-11 02:27
YouTuber Teams up With Kraken to Take Down Call Center Crypto Scam Operation
The Twitch streamer and YouTuber Kitboga worked with Kraken to help bring down a call center crypto scam operation. The post YouTuber Teams up With Kraken to Take Down Call Center Crypto Scam Operation appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-7-10 19:15
Gas Token Scam: Exploiting Binance Smart Chain’s Refund Feature
A scam that tricks victims into revoking fake contracts to steal funds has emerged following the recent Multichain bridge hack. The post Gas Token Scam: Exploiting Binance Smart Chain’s Refund Feature appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-7-10 16:15
Status’ co-founder shares insights on strengthening civil liberties with politically neutral networks
Jarrad Hope, the co-founder of open source community Status, delivered a thought-provoking speech at the ETHBarcelona conference, highlighting the urgent need to strengthen civil liberties through politically neutral networks. дальше »
2023-7-7 13:27
Canadian teens impersonate Coinbase support, stealing over $4m in crypto
Two teenagers from Canada have been apprehended and charged in connection with a cryptocurrency theft amounting to $4. 2 million. According to reports on July 4, the accused individuals posed as Coinbase support. дальше »
2023-7-5 14:12
Bored Ape NFTs Worth $135K Stolen by Prolific Phishing Thief
With phishing scams increasingly targeting crypto wallets, one prolific thief has lifted dozens of NFTs, including Bathing Apes worth $135K. The post Bored Ape NFTs Worth $135K Stolen by Prolific Phishing Thief appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-7-2 18:23
U.S. House committee chairs, Blockchain Association turn up heat on SEC head Gensler
Three House chairs sent a letter regarding recordkeeping and FOIA, and the industry advocacy group suggested Wells notice recipients ask for his recusal from their cases. дальше »
2023-6-30 00:53
Atomic Wallet’s hack statement raises user concerns amid $100m losses
Decentralized wallet provider Atomic Wallet has left its users seeking further clarification despite releasing a comprehensive event statement. A significant exploit in June is estimated to sum up to $100 million in losses. In a blog post on June 20,… дальше »
2023-6-22 14:08
Understanding the security measures in Coinbase’s multiparty computation implementation
In the realm of digital asset management, the challenge of creating a secure and user-friendly wallet service has been a persistent hurdle. дальше »
2023-6-15 17:29
North Korean hackers swipe over $100M from Atomic Wallet users
According to Elliptic, a blockchain analysis company, an estimated 5,500 crypto wallets have been affected by the attack.
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DeFi protocol Sturdy Finance falls victim to $800k security attack
Decentralized lending platform Sturdy Finance has suffered a major security breach resulting in the loss of approximately $800,000 worth of ether. дальше »
2023-6-12 13:28
SEC lawsuit against Binance stalls Gopax acquisition deal in South Korea
The country’s financial watchdog claimed it was very difficult to accept the acquisition requests amid accusations of securities laws violations. дальше »
2023-6-7 12:43
Coinbase reminds world it tried to ‘embrace regulation’ as SEC sues for violations
Coinbase met with the SEC 30 times in 2022 seeking regulatory guidance and now it will “vigorously defend” itself, it says.
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OpenAI commits $1M to support AI-driven cybersecurity initiatives
As criminals devise innovative ways to exploit AI for malicious intentions, OpenAI remains committed to equipping “defenders” with the necessary tools. дальше »
2023-6-3 14:02
Monero privacy bug decreased anonymity for 3 years
A recently disclosed bug in the privacy-centric cryptocurrency monero (XMR) has compromised user anonymity for the past three years. The bug, which affected the decoy selection process in monero transactions, has been patched in the latest version of the monero… дальше »
2023-6-1 15:34
Stargate community proposes removal of Fantom USDC pool to mitigate risks
So far, a total of 1.7 million verified members of the Stargate community have voted in favor of the proposal.
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Ledger delays release of private key recovery service
Ledger has decided to postpone the launch of its private key recovery service after facing strong criticism from the crypto community. дальше »
2023-5-24 00:00
Ledger co-founder addresses ‘Recover’ concerns, says wallet is secure
Ledger co-founder clarifies concerns over 'Recover' update as seed backup feature security remains a concern. GridPlus announces open-source firmware amid controversy. дальше »
2023-5-20 13:16
Jack Dorsey’s TBD launches decentralized web platform Web5
The new platform is designed to give users more control over their data and identity Web5 is also targeted at making it easier for developers to build decentralised applications. The platform is powered by the Bitcoin blockchain. дальше »
2023-5-20 23:12
Mesh Security sees itself as new protection on the Cosmos network
The Cosmos ecosystem is introducing Mesh Security, a collaborative security model designed to enhance the economic security of the network while maintaining the independence of individual blockchains. дальше »
2023-5-19 20:13
Worldcoin Crypto Project: OpenAI CEO Targets $100M Funding
The company behind Worldcoin, a crypto project founded by the OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, is close to securing $100 million in fresh funding. The post Worldcoin Crypto Project: OpenAI CEO Targets $100M Funding appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-5-15 19:05
Binance calls it quits in Canada, blames new rules
Binance is the latest in a string of departures from CEO Changpeng Zhao’s home country; it promises to keep working with regulators. дальше »
2023-5-13 23:54
Crypto Security Firm Dfns Adds Biometric Support to Wallet Development Toolkit
The addition will allow wallet developers to incorporate Face ID, fingerprints, and other convenient authentication methods into their products. дальше »
2023-5-9 17:00
SEC has 10 days to respond to Coinbase complaint: Legal exec
Coinbase’s legal battle for regulatory clarity over the trading of digital crypto assets saw a development as a U.S. court responded to its complaint against the SEC. дальше »