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Nexo Rolls out Risk-Based Anti-Scam Engine With Real-Time Alerts
29.9.2025
Digital asset wealth platform Nexo has launched a risk-based Anti-Scam Engine that flags suspicious transfers in real time and, in high-risk cases, can briefly pause transactions to protect clients. Nexo Upgrades Fraud Defense With Intelligence-Backed Screening In a release shared with Bitcoin.com...
Radiant Capital says North Korea posed as ex-contractor to carry out $50M hack
9.12.2024
A North Korean threat actor was behind the $50 million attack on Radiant Capital in October and spoofed being an ex-contractor, the DeFi platform said
Crypto Security: Best Practices for Safe Trading and Storage
31.8.2024
In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, security remains a paramount concern for both new and experienced traders. As the […]
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Binance Says It Protects Over $2.4 Billion From Crypto Scams This Year
22.8.2024
Crypto exchange Binance says it has protected over $2.4 billion from scams and fraudulent activities this year, safeguarding more than 1.2 million users worldwide. The exchange’s AI-driven and manual risk management system identified and blocked suspicious transactions, particularly during crypto...
BitGo CEO argues WBTC security is unchanged amid concerns
12.8.2024
BitGo recently announced a new venture to diversify its Wrapped Bitcoin custodial locations, and Justin Sun’s involvement has caused concern for some
Binance recovers $73M in stolen funds, surpassing 2023 security efforts
8.8.2024
Binance’s proactive security measures and industry collaborations lead to the recovery of $73 million in stolen funds by mid-2024
Binance recovers $73M in stolen funds, surpassing 2023 security efforts
8.8.2024
Binance’s proactive security measures and industry collaborations lead to the recovery of $73 million in stolen funds by mid-2024
Rain exchange attacker address starts laundering ETH through Tornado Cash
7.8.2024
This breach and subsequent laundering activity highlight the ongoing risks faced by centralized exchanges, even those with robust security measures
CoinStats hack caused by ‘socially engineered’ employee, CEO suspects
27.6.2024
CoinStats reveals employee-targeted social engineering attack behind the hack affecting 1.3% of wallets
Fake Federal employees target crypto investors: CISA warns
15.6.2024
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) warns of a surge in impersonation scams targeting crypto investors
North Korean cyberattacks on Brazilian fintech firms exposed
13.6.2024
Google Cloud’s report exposes North Korean cybercriminals targeting Brazil’s cryptocurrency and fintech sectors with sophisticated malware and phishing schemes
Crypto hacks increase in 2024, but smart contracts are not to blame
7.6.2024
Smart contracts are no longer the biggest concern, as hackers are vying for easier targets, such as private key leaks
Stolen Poloniex Ether worth $53M never made it back to the exchange
14.5.2024
The Poloniex hacker moved over 17,800 Ether (ETH) from six different wallets into a single Tornado Cash address
Wallet Drainers Make Off with $295 Million from 320,000 Users in 2023: Scam Sniffer
3.1.2024
Source: AdobeStock / Tomasz Bidermann Popular crypto phishing scams drained almost $300 million from 320,000 users in 2023 with figures increasing monthly as bad actors deploy sophisticated techniques. In a recent publication, cryptocurrency security firm, Scam Sniffers analyzed the market trends...
Binance Successfully Completes SOC 2 Type II Compliance Audit
20.12.2023
Source: DALL·E Binance has completed a comprehensive SOC 2 Type II compliance audit, aiming to further enhance cryptocurrency security. The crypto exchange Binance announced in a blog post that it had successfully undergone the System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type II compliance audit. This...
Shielding Your Digital Realm: How to Protect Yourself and Crypto From SIM Swap Attacks
6.10.2023
In 2023, several SIM swap attacks have targeted cryptocurrency advocates and high-profile industry members, including Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin. Below is a comprehensive guide aimed at educating our readers on mitigating SIM swap attacks and safeguarding against hacks. Understanding...
1inch Network Launches Hardware Wallet for Storing Users’ Private Keys in a Secure Offline Setting
19.1.2023
The decentralized exchange aggregation service 1inch Network has announced the launch of a cold storage hardware wallet. The team notes that the project is in its final stages of development. The hardware wallet, expected to go on sale later this year, features a 2.7-inch e-ink grayscale touch...
Hacker Used ‘Social Media Data Leak’ to Steal USD 660K in Crypto from 90 Victims - Police
4.6.2022
Police in Seoul, South Korea, have arrested and charged a 30-year-old man after officers reportedly found evidence that he may have stolen some USD 660,000 worth of crypto using data he harvested from a popular social media network....
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Chainalysis Reaches $8.6 Billion Valuation In $170 Million Series F Funding Round
14.5.2022
Chainalysis, a cryptocurrency security and blockchain auditing firm, has announced it has completed a new funding round for its operations. The company raised $170 million in its Series F funding round, which was led by GIC — the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation —...
Two Rubygems Infected With Crypto-Stealing Feature Malware Spotted by Researchers
19.12.2020
New infected Rubygems packages have been spotted in its open-source software repository and which contained malicious code mainly used to steal cryptocurrencies from users via supply chain attack. Two Cryptocurrency-Stealers Rubygems Detected by Researchers at Sonatype According to Ax Sharma,...