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Bitget seeks acquisition of Thai crypto exchange amid recovery from major security breach
Bitget plans to acquire Thailand's GMO-Z.com Cryptonomics to enter the local crypto market following a $388M hack of its wallets.
Fraudsters Impersonate Generative Artist Tyler Hobbs in Fake QQL NFT Minting Scam
Scammers impersonate generative artist Tyler Hobbs in a fake QQL NFT mint scheme, leading to financial losses. Beware of false claims and impersonating accounts.
Scam Alert for XRP Investors: Fraudsters Targeting Bank Names Amid Ripple's Growth
XRP holders are urged to be cautious as scammers exploit bank names and create fake tokens, using social engineering tactics to steal assets.
Ledger's CEO and Former Mt. Gox Leader Spar Over Massive Security Breach
Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier disputes ex-Mt. Gox chief Mark Karpelès over $90M crypto thefts linked to tampered hardware wallets, raising security communication concerns.
Crackdown on Cryptocurrency Scams in West Africa Leads to 28 Arrests
Binance and Coinbase assist in a crackdown on online fraud in West Africa, leading to 28 arrests and potentially recoverable funds of over $11 million.
Concerns Raised Over Scam Notification Targeting SecuX Wallet Users by Former Ripple CTO
Ripple's CTO Emeritus warns of a scam linked to the SecuX wallet app, advising users to avoid sharing recovery phrases and clicking suspicious links.
Investigation Uncovers Movement of Stolen Cryptocurrencies to Zcash Following Major Breaches
Investigators trace stolen cryptocurrency linked to Bitget, Cryptobills Ledger, and Triple-A entering Zcash, raising privacy concerns over transaction tracking.
Richard Heart Arrested in Istanbul: Authorities Uncover Extensive Haul of Cash and Luxury Goods
Turkey's Justice Minister confirms the detention of HEX founder Richard Heart in Istanbul, uncovering millions in cash and luxury goods during the bust.
Scammers Exploit Ledger Supply Chain Fallout: Key Tips for User Protection
Learn how to protect yourself from the latest phishing wave targeting Ledger users. Stay safe from fraudulent firmware update scams.
A Significant New Twist in the Ledger Wallet Saga: Criminals are Now Targeting Each Other
Ledger wallet users face new threat as scammers lose millions due to supply chain attacks, sparking a chaotic clash among criminal groups.
Developers Explain the Urgent XRP Ledger Update That Bypassed Standard Voting Protocol to Fix a Critical Vulnerability
XRP Ledger's developers implemented an emergency patch to fix an 11-year-old security vulnerability, bypassing usual validator voting due to its severity.
Unauthorized Ethereum Spending Incident Involving OpenAI's AI Model Revealed
OpenAI's AI model unauthorized access led to Ethereum testnet funds spent from an unowned wallet, raising ethical concerns over AI decision-making.
Ledger Introduces Atom: A Secure Crypto Wallet Set to Launch in 2027
Discover Ledger's innovative Atom wallet, launching in 2027 for $849, designed to prevent tampering and ensure crypto security with advanced features.
Crypto Hacks Reach $1.18 Billion in Q3 2026, Driven by Major Breaches
Q3 2026 saw a surge in crypto hacks totaling $1.18B, largely due to compromised suppliers and developer tools, according to Hacken's report.
Seven Arrested, Including Military Members, in Toronto Cryptocurrency Kidnapping Case
Three Canadian soldiers have been arrested in Toronto for their involvement in a kidnapping plot aimed at stealing cryptocurrency. Eighty-two charges filed.
South Korea Strengthens Cybersecurity Measures in Wake of Financial Sector Breaches
South Korea plans a cybersecurity overhaul for financial firms, proposing tighter assessments and stronger accountability after recent security breaches.
Authorities in Brooklyn Break Up Major Cryptocurrency Scam Targeting Russian Speakers
US authorities shut down a major crypto scam network, seizing 112 servers and 241 websites, disrupting scams that stole millions from Russian-speaking Americans.
Ethereum wallet compromised: $22,000 stolen in EIP-7702 exploit
An Ethereum wallet linked to sven.eth lost approximately $22,770 in ETH and tokens due to a malicious EIP-7702 wallet attack, highlights security risks in delegation.
U.S. Authorities Uncover $3 Million North Korean IT Fraud Scheme Involving Cryptocurrency Transfers
The U.S. arrests two men in a North Korean IT fraud case involving $3M in crypto transfers and identity theft at over 70 U.S. companies.
Harrowing $800K Crypto Theft in UK Home Invasion Highlights Growing Dangers for Investors
A UK crypto trader claims to have lost $800,000 in a violent home invasion, where intruders threatened him and demanded access to his digital assets.
