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Resolv Labs Eliminates Compromised USR Tokens Following $34 Million Breach
Resolv Labs burns 36.73 million hacked USR stablecoins after an exploit caused $34 million in losses, addressing critical security flaws in DeFi.
Maryland Resident Faces Charges for Alleged $53 Million Crypto Theft and Money Laundering Scheme
A Maryland man faces charges for stealing $53.3 million from a crypto exchange and laundering it via Tornado Cash, according to the DOJ.
Describing the Drift Protocol Hack as 'Terrifying,' Solana's Founder Highlights North Korean Involvement
Solana's co-founder reacts to the $270M Drift Protocol hack, termed 'terrifying', linked to sophisticated North Korean social engineering tactics.
HypurrFi Issues Domain Hijack Warning, Urges Users to Avoid Platform
HypurrFi warns users against using its website and lending app due to a potential domain hijacking. Investigation ongoing. Stay updated!
Circle under fire for alleged inaction on $420 million in illicit USDC transactions
ZachXBT claims Circle failed to freeze $420 million in illicit USDC flows from 15 fraud cases, sparking debate on centralized issuer responsibilities.
Beware: Your Smartphone's Photo Gallery May Be Key to Cryptocurrency Theft
Learn how hackers use malware to steal cryptocurrency wallet passwords via your camera roll, exposing a serious security vulnerability.
Major Breach at Drift Protocol: Ledger's CTO Calls for Enhanced Security Measures in Crypto Following $213 Million Hack
Ledger's CTO emphasizes the urgent need for improved crypto security following a massive $213M hack of Solana's Drift Protocol, marking 2026's biggest breach.
Authorities Confiscate Over $600K in Cryptocurrency Linked to Phishing Scam Targeting Ledger Users
Discover how the U.S. Attorney's Office recovered $600K from a phishing scheme targeting Ledger wallet users, highlighting ongoing crypto fraud challenges.
Massive Hack Targets Solana's Drift Protocol, Over $285 Million Suspected Stolen
The Drift Protocol on Solana suffers a major exploit, leading to the theft of over $285 million. Deposits and withdrawals are paused as investigations proceed.
Chinese Authorities Arrest Former Huione Group Chairman Amid Major Cybercrime Investigation
Cambodia extradites Li Xiong, ex-chairman of Huione Group, to China for his role in crypto scams and cybercrime as authorities crack down on illicit finance.
Security Alert: Malicious Versions of Axios Expose Crypto Developers to Malware Threats
Slow Fog warns developers about a malicious axios malware campaign, exposing crypto systems to RATs and credential theft via npm packages.
U.S. Prosecutors Arrest Suspected Hacker Linked to Uranium Finance's $53 Million Collapse
U.S. charges hacker Jonathan Spalletta for a $53 million exploit on Uranium Finance, highlighting the evolving legal views on crypto and smart contracts.
NPR's Scott Simon Falls Victim to Crypto Scam - Colleague Issues Warning
NPR host Scott Simon's X account has been hacked by crypto scammers, prompting a warning to followers about the breach and ongoing recovery efforts.
SHIB Community Voices Concerns Over Team's Silence and Urges Updates from Leadership
SHIB community expresses rising concerns over team silence and lack of updates on Shibarium, LEASH token, and validator issues, demanding transparency.
CBI Detains Key Figure in Cybercrime Trafficking Linked to Myanmar Cryptocurrency Scams
The Central Bureau of Investigation in India arrested a key suspect linked to Myanmar's crypto scam operations, revealing extensive human trafficking and fraud.
Cardano Wallet Lace Issues Scam Warnings Amid Upcoming Midnight Privacy Network Launch
Cardano wallet Lace issues a scam alert, warning users of a fake website and phishing emails targeting sensitive information. Stay safe!
26-Year-Old Russian Sentenced to 81 Months for Role in Multi-Million Dollar Ransomware Schemes
Russian hacker Aleksei Volkov was sentenced to 81 months for aiding ransomware attacks causing $9M in losses, demonstrating the ongoing cybersecurity threat.
Balancer Labs to Cease Operations as DAO Emerges as New Governance Structure
Balancer Labs is shutting down as it transitions to a DAO-led model due to financial issues, focusing on sustainability and protocol efficiency.
Federal Authorities Aid Crypto Scam Victims with $470,735 Recovery After Asset Seizure
The US government is returning $470,735 to cryptocurrency scam victims after the FBI seized Tether from fraudsters. Learn about this case and crypto scam prevention.
Investigator Exposes Crypto Scam Network Exploiting War-Related Anxiety on X
ZachXBT reveals a coordinated scam network exploiting war-related fears on X to promote crypto scams, manipulating users through emotional posts.
