Litecoin X account briefly hacked to promote a fake token
The compromised social media account is merely the latest in a string of hacking incidents on X over the last several months. Go to Source
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CFPB proposes crypto firms refund users for funds lost to hacks
A proposed CFPB rule could allow crypto users to have protections similar to those of US bank account holders by considering the definition of “funds.” Go to Source
Hacks and scams stole $3B from crypto activities in 2024 — PeckShield
According to the security firm, hacks accounted for more than 70% of crypto losses due to illicit activities in 2024, compared to 30% for scams. Go to Source
Fake OKX plugins found on the Firefox browser store
According to cybersecurity firm CertiK, the number of crypto hacks and exploits rose to 303 incidents in 2024, up from 282 in 2023. Go to Source
Virtuals Protocol Discord server hacked, fake Google links posted
The security incidents occurred days after a researcher discovered a critical bug in a Virtuals Protocol audited contract, which was fixed. Go to Source
Web3 Cyber Threats Surge in 2024: Cyvers Report
In 2024, Web3 cyber threats led to losses exceeding $2.3 billion across 165 incidents, marking a 40% increase from 2023. Approximately $1.3B Recovered Web3 cyber threats surged in 2024, with losses exceeding $2.3 billion across 165 incidents, according to Cyvers. While 40% higher than the $1.69 billion lost in 2023, this year’s total losses were … Read more
North Korean hackers stole $1.3B in crypto in 2024 — Chainalysis
Hackers connected to the reclusive nation whose entities are often targeted by US sanctions reportedly doubled the amount of crypto they stole in 2023. Go to Source
Cardano Foundation X account hacked, scam links posted, then removed
The Cardano Foundation joins a long list of entities falling victim to X account hacks, including the Securities and Exchange Commission. Go to Source
New Chainalysis CEO expects greater clarity on stablecoins in 2025
The company’s former chief strategy officer, Jonathan Levin, assumed the role of CEO and offered his thoughts to Cointelegraph on the future of the industry. Go to Source
Japan crypto exchange DMM Bitcoin is set to liquidate: Report
DMM Bitcoin, which suffered a private key hack in May that caused a loss of $320 million in Bitcoin is reportedly ceasing efforts to revamp operations. Go to Source