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Phishing Attack Claims Over $3 Million from Solana User, Exposing Wallet Vulnerabilities
A user lost over $3M in a sophisticated phishing attack targeting Solana wallets, highlighting security vulnerabilities in wallet permissions. Experts warn of hidden…
Severe Sell-off of Piggycell's PIGGY Token Triggers Concerns Over Listing Safeguards
Piggycell's PIGGY token suffered a dramatic 90% crash after a mint-and-dump incident, raising concerns about smart contracts and Binance Alpha's safeguards.
USPD Protocol Suffered $1 Million Exploit Following Security Breach
USPD protocol suffers a $1M exploit as an attacker mints 98 million tokens through a security breach, urging users to revoke token approvals.
Europol's Major Crackdown on International Cryptocurrency Fraud Launders Over €700 Million
Europol dismantled a €700 million cryptocurrency fraud network across nine countries, revealing a complex scheme tied to fake investment platforms.
Official Pepe Memecoin Site Breached, Users Redirected to Malicious Links
The Pepe memecoin website has been exploited, redirecting users to malware. Blockaid warns of a front-end attack injecting malicious code to drain wallets.
Ripple's CTO Exposes a Phishing Scam Masquerading as Jed McCaleb on X
Ripple CTO David Schwartz shares a humorous phishing email impersonating co-founder Jed McCaleb, demanding $1 million in a bizarre scam attempt.
Binance Faces Legal Challenge Again as Florida Court Revisits $80 Million Bitcoin Theft Case
A Florida appeals court has reopened an $80M lawsuit against Binance for failing to recover 1,000 BTC stolen in a 2022 theft, allowing the case to proceed.
Phishing Attack on Solana Wallet Results in Loss of Over $3 Million, Recovery Efforts Underway
A phishing attack on a Solana wallet led to over $3 million in asset loss, drawing attention to malicious multi-signature tactics in blockchain security.
SHIB Marketing Head Urges Law Enforcement Action Against Escalating Cybercrime Threats in Crypto Sector
SHIB executive Lucie calls on FBI, RCMP, and Interpol to investigate recent cyber attacks, urging them to tackle the rising cybercrime threats in crypto.
UAE Authorities Uncover Bodies of Russian Crypto Influencer and Spouse in Disturbing Case
Discover the tragic case of Russian crypto blogger Roman Novak and his wife, found murdered in the UAE amidst allegations of kidnapping and torture.
Increased Recovery Rates for Cryptocurrency Fraud Victims Driven by Forensic Advances
Cryptocurrency fraud victims are recovering more assets thanks to advances in blockchain forensics and increased cooperation from exchanges, marking a significant shift.
Renewed Criticism of Shiba Inu Developers Over $3M Bridge Hack Response
The Shiba Inu team faces allegations of inaction regarding the $3M hack victims, raising questions about their commitment to fund recovery and law enforcement engagement.
AI Agents Achieve Parity with Skilled Hackers in Exploiting Smart Contracts
AI models exhibit human-like skills in smart contract exploits, successfully identifying vulnerabilities in over half of the top blockchain attacks, totaling $550M.
Cryptomixer: Major European Takedown of $1.4 Billion Bitcoin Laundering Operation
Europol's recent crackdown on the $1.4B Cryptomixer, a crypto laundering service operating since 2016, marks a significant step in combating crypto-related crime.
Lazarus Group's Spear Phishing Tactics Highlight Rising Cybersecurity Threats: Recommendations for Protection
Discover how North Korean hackers use spear phishing tactics to steal funds and learn effective ways to protect yourself from these targeted cyber attacks.
Suspected North Korean Cybercrime Group Behind $30.6 Million Upbit Hack
North Korea's Lazarus Group is linked to the $30.6M hack of Upbit, South Korea's largest crypto exchange, raising security concerns.
Interpol Declares Cryptocurrency Fraud a Major Global Criminal Threat Amidst Expanding Scams
Interpol has identified crypto fraud as a global criminal threat, highlighting its ties to human trafficking and expanding scam networks worldwide.
Balancer Protocol Community Unveils Distribution Strategy for Recovered Funds Post-Hack
Balancer community has proposed a fund distribution plan for $8 million recovered from a recent $116 million hack, focusing on targeted reimbursements.
Security Breach at Upbit: $36 Million in Solana Tokens Stolen, Customers Reassured of Reimbursement
Upbit suffers a $36M hack on the Solana network but vows to fully reimburse customers, ensuring the safety of member assets.
Security Alert: Deceptive Chrome Extension Discovered Charging Hidden Fees on Solana Trades
Researchers warn Solana traders about the Crypto Copilot Chrome extension that secretly adds hidden SOL fees to Raydium swaps, risking users' assets.
