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Pike Finance clarifies ‘USDC vulnerability’ statement on $1.6M exploit
2.5.2024
Pike highlighted that the exploit occurred due to their team’s inadequate integration of third-party technologies such as the CCTP or Gelato Network’s automation services
Connect Kit Exploit Sparks Criticism of Ledger’s Security Framework
15.12.2023
On Dec. 14, 2023, Ledger’s Connect Kit, a Javascript library for wallet connectivity, suffered a significant exploit. This incident, which was contained within two hours, has brought forth a number of criticisms of Ledger’s security practices. Ledger Exploit Elicits Mixed Reactions From...
Mastercard and Feedzai Collaborate to Increase Crypto Fraud Protection for 900 Million Consumers Globally
22.11.2023
Mastercard is collaborating with Feedzai to “increase crypto fraud protection for hundreds of millions of consumers.” In pairing the technologies offered by the two companies, “Feedzai’s customers, who collectively protect over 900 million consumers globally, will now be able...
Tracking stolen crypto — How blockchain analysis helps recover funds
23.10.2023
Over $900 million was hacked in crypto in 2023. How can blockchain analysis help in finding and retrieving stolen assets?
There's a Long Way Ahead to Make Crypto Safer: Hexens CEO
27.9.2023
The cryptocurrency industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, bringing with it a host of cybersecurity challenges.
While almost all cryptocurrencies are secured by cryptography, which makes these digital assets immune to hacks, counterfeit, or double-spend, the industry remains vulnerable to...
Infamous Chisel Targets Android Crypto Wallets, Raising Security Concerns
2.9.2023
Infamous Chisel, a new malware, is attacking crypto wallets on Android devices, posing serious security concerns for crypto users. The malware was discovered to be extracting sensitive data via the Tor network.
While there is no confirmation, the malware is suspected to be the work of Sandworm,...
Uniswap lawsuit judge calls Ether a commodity in dismissal order
31.8.2023
United States District Court Judge Katherine Polk Failla is also the judge overseeing the SEC's lawsuit against crypto exchange Coinbase
7 ways to safely store your private keys
16.8.2023
Explore seven methods for safely storing your private keys to ensure security of digital assets
CoinGecko now has an index for crypto tokens alleged as securities
7.8.2023
According to CoinGecko, nearly $85 billion worth of crypto falls under the category of “alleged SEC securities.”
The Fall of Multichain: A Tale of Unexpected Turbulence and Security Breaches
14.7.2023
In an unforeseen chain of events that unfolded between May and July 2023, the CEO of Multichain, Zhaojun, was apprehended by Chinese authorities, destabilizing the blockchain project. The situation escalated when user assets began to be transferred to unknown addresses. From Seizure to Shutdown:...
Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin says no chance ETH is classed as security
9.2.2023
The ConsenSys founder and Ethereum co-founder said it’s as unlikely as ride-sharing service Uber becoming illegal
Barely halfway and October’s the ‘biggest month’ in crypto hacks: Chainalysis
13.10.2022
While 2021 was the biggest year on record for crypto hacks, 2022 could “likely” beat the record “at this rate” according to Chainalysis
500,000 DAI From DAO Maker Exploit Was Sent Through Tornado Cash, Security Analysts Report
9.9.2022
On September 8, the crypto security and smart contract auditing firm Certik revealed that 500,000 DAI was sent through the Tornado Cash mixing platform after the funds were stolen in August 2021. The digital assets originally stemmed from the DAO Maker breach that saw the loss of more than...
How to protect yourself from the recent spate of 'crypto muggings'
13.5.2022
Cointelegraph spoke with security experts who shared tips on how to keep crypto safe after a slew of robberies in the UK successfully stole thousands worth of crypto from everyday holders
More than $1.6 billion exploited from DeFi so far in 2022
3.5.2022
The amount exploited this year so far surpasses the total amount stolen in all of 2020 and 2021 combined, with the month of March alone beating 2020 by over $200 million
Deterring adoption? Balancing security and innovation in crypto
24.11.2021
Security processes are necessary to protect crypto users but regulators may force companies to adopt processes that stifle innovation