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Circle, Creator of USDC, Under Fire for Allegedly Ignoring Scam Recovery Requests
Circle, the issuer of USDC, faces accusations of neglecting to assist scam victims and refusing law enforcement’s requests to recover stolen assets.
Uncovering Wallet Drainers: Understanding Crypto Theft Through Approval Phishing
Explore the alarming rise of wallet drainers in the crypto world, how they exploit user approvals, and essential tips to safeguard your assets.
Federal Inmate Accused of Scheming to Illegally Transfer $290K in Forfeited Cryptocurrency
The DOJ has charged inmate Rossen G. Iossifov with stealing $290K in forfeited crypto through illegal transactions while serving a prison sentence.
Injective SDK Compromise Exposes Wallet Data Through Malicious Update
A compromised Injective SDK update has exposed wallet keys and seed phrases, affecting over 300 downloads through malicious telemetry.
Ethereum Foundation Deploys AI Agents to Proactively Identify Network Vulnerabilities
The Ethereum Foundation deploys AI agents for red teaming, uncovering vulnerabilities in its network's code before hackers can exploit them.
Understanding Multisig Wallets: Protecting and Vulnerabilities of Cryptocurrency Treasuries
Learn how multisig wallets secure crypto's biggest treasuries and the importance of their design in preventing theft and ensuring safe transactions.
Investigation Reveals $123 Million Transferred by Young Crypto Launderer Linked to Romance Scams
A 20-year-old's crypto wallet laundered over $123M in romance-scam funds, leading to multiple arrests as part of a global anti-fraud operation.
Crypto Investor Loses Nearly $1 Million in Ethereum Phishing Attack
A phishing scam on Ethereum leads to a nearly $1 million loss for a crypto user after malicious token approval. Stay cautious and protect your wallet.
Secret Network Eyes Transition to Arbitrum Amid Security Concerns and Liquidity Issues
Secret Network plans to migrate from Cosmos to Arbitrum due to security concerns and liquidity issues, citing a recent bridge exploit.
Understanding Governance Attacks: The $20M Heist of BonkDAO Explained
Learn about governance attacks, how BonkDAO lost $20M through a legal vote, and what strategies can prevent similar incidents in decentralized finance.
Understanding Cross-Chain Bridges: The Vulnerabilities and Their Impact on Cryptocurrency Security
Explore cross-chain bridges, the essential tools for transferring value between blockchains, and why they are a prime target for hackers, resulting in massive losses.
$20 Million Stolen from BonkDAO in Governance Attack on Solana's Meme Coin
BonkDAO suffers a $20 million loss in a governance attack on its treasury, prompting investigations and security measures from exchanges.
Decline in Crypto Losses Shouldn't Deter Concerns, Warns CertiK
CertiK's report reveals a 46.8% decline in crypto losses, highlighting increasing targeted attacks that pose greater risks to digital asset security.
EMURGO confirms SecondFi's operations will cease following Cardano wallet hack
SecondFi will not reopen after a Cardano wallet breach drained 16 million ADA, focusing instead on user asset recovery and migration.
Clallam County Scam Alert: Over $673,000 Lost in Just Days as Fraudsters Exploit Residents
Washington State residents lost over $673,000 to sophisticated scams in just three days, including impersonation and phishing schemes. Stay alert!
DeFi Platform Summer.fi Hit by $6 Million Security Breach, Investigations Underway
Summer.fi faces a $6M exploit as Blockaid detects an active attack on its DeFi yield aggregation platform, raising concerns over security in automated vault systems.
Urgent Warning: Scammers Target XRP Users with Counterfeit Tokens to Steal Funds
XRP users face a phishing scam where fake Ripple payout tokens drain wallets, leading to significant losses. Learn how to protect your assets.
Investigation Launched in India Over Trafficking of Nationals to Myanmar for Crypto Scams
India is investigating reports of trafficking and forced labor in Myanmar's cyber scam compounds, linked to cryptocurrency fraud operations.
Hidden Vulnerability Leads to $1.5 Million Theft at Gnosis Pay
Gnosis Pay identifies a software flaw that led to a $1.5 million crypto hack, ensuring all affected users are fully reimbursed.
Humanity Protocol shifts focus to enterprise AI in response to $36 million security breach
Humanity Protocol shifts focus to enterprise AI following a $36 million hack, accelerating a strategic pivot from blockchain identity to AI solutions.
