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Crypto losses reach $1.19B in H1 2024: CertiK calls for better security
3.7.2024
The CertiK report shows that phishing attacks led to nearly $498 million in losses, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced security measures like 2FA
$8M theft forces Bittensor network shutdown
3.7.2024
All user funds are safe following the network halt, according to Bittensor’s team
Deutsche Telekom joins Subsquid decentralized network
3.7.2024
Deutsche Telekom’s latest partnership with Subsquid follows its recent announcement to expand into Bitcoin mining at BTC Prague
TON blockchain integration enhances digital asset security
3.7.2024
Cobo expands its digital asset custody solutions by integrating the TON blockchain, enhancing security and flexibility for institutional clients
Ironblocks' 'Venn' Network Aims to Keep Malicious Transactions From Ever Hitting Blockchains
2.7.2024
The Israeli firm's Venn security network uses a network of operators to seek out and freeze suspect transactions before they execute
Worldcoin Hires Former Google, X and Apple Execs to Beef Up Privacy, Security
2.7.2024
Tools for Humanity (TFH), a contributor to the Worldcoin project, hired four executives to advance its mission to ensure a more just economic system, the company said on Tuesday
Tether and Uquid Partner for Social Security Payments in the Philippines
1.7.2024
The largest stablecoin issuer, Tether, has announced a collaboration with Uquid, a Web3 e-commerce platform. This partnership enables residents of the Philippines to pay their Social Security System (SSS) contributions using the stablecoin issued on The Open Network (TON). Additionally, Uquid...
Philippines adopts Tether’s USDT for social security payments
1.7.2024
The Social Security System is a state-run social insurance program that serves employees in the official, informal, and private sectors
CertiK migrates blockchain applications to Alibaba Cloud
1.7.2024
CertiK's migration to Alibaba Cloud aims to enhance blockchain development security and resource efficiency in Asia
Zambia Working on Establishing an AI Framework, Says Minister
30.6.2024
Zambia has reportedly initiated a process to establish an artificial intelligence framework and is collaborating with the Tony Blair Institute to formulate an artificial intelligence strategy. Sarah Luyele Njamu said Zambia can leverage AI for economic growth, improved healthcare, enhanced...
Study: Crypto Assets Worth $572.7 Million Lost to Hacks and Fraud in Q2 2024
29.6.2024
Digital assets worth over $572.7 million were lost to hacks and fraud in the second quarter of 2024. This latest figure brings the value of digital assets lost to hacks, fraud, and scams in 2024 to $920.9 million. Decentralized finance (defi) platforms lost approximately $172.1 million across...
AI ‘Skeleton Key’ attack found by Microsoft could expose personal, financial data
28.6.2024
Aside from being wary about which AI services you use, there are other steps organizations can take to protect against having data exposed
Ripple’s Big Court Win Nonetheless Muddied Waters on Whether XRP Is a Security Deserving Tougher Regulation
28.6.2024
In a near-vacuum of legal and regulatory clarity for crypto, district judges’ opinions on whether a given token is a security or not – which determines the level of regulation – can vary from court to court
Investor shares story of falling victim to $100K crypto hack
28.6.2024
“I thought that my heart would stop,” said Matthias Mende as he told Cointelegraph how he felt when he realized he lost $100,000 in crypto assets to a hacker
2024 Crypto Losses Attributable to Deepfakes Projected to Exceed $25 Billion
28.6.2024
Losses attributed to crypto crimes involving the use of deepfakes are projected to surpass $25 billion in 2024. According to the latest Bitget research study, these losses are expected to continue rising if no regulatory intervention is introduced to curb this type of fraud. Educating users...
BlockDAG hit a $54.1M presale as it gained investors’ trust with its blockchain security; can Solana and PEPE compete?
27.6.2024
Experts are lately finding Solana’s price predictions uncertain as random ups and downs are going around it. Meanwhile, the PEPE coin, which used to be one of the top meme coins, has seen a price drop, leading to a decline in investors’ confidence. In this situation, BlockDAG stands out as the most...
Nintendo Doubling-Down On Security Following Latest Video Game Leaker Drama
27.6.2024
Nintendo is working to beef up its security and IT training following recent reports of how major announcements were scrapped from YouTube’s backend ahead of major Directs. The acknowledgement of efforts to curb internal information from being exposed by outside actors comes as the video game...
Crypto losses from hacks and scams soared by 113% in Q2 2024 to reach $572M
27.6.2024
Losses from scams and exploits increased in the second quarter as centralized exchanges lost millions, reversing a previous downtrend
Dfinity announces new ICP-powered platform to tackle cybersecurity
27.6.2024
The Dfinity Foundation’s new platform, Utopia, promises enhanced security and sovereignty for government and enterprise cloud infrastructures
Binance enforces stricter measures against account misuse
27.6.2024
The platform encourages users to report any suspected incidents of misuse and offers a reward for verified cases