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CertiK identified Kraken exploit, claims exchange ‘threatened’ its team
19.6.2024
The security firm said it was transferring the digital assets obtained in the exploit of Kraken back to the exchange, but many crypto users questioned its motives
Crypto the ‘hardest thing’ in software history — Consensys CEO
11.6.2024
Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin told Cointelegraph that crypto might be the “hardest thing” in software history in terms of potential threats, vulnerabilities and complexity
AI-driven crypto crime is only just beginning — Elliptic report
7.6.2024
Elliptic’s 2024 report exposes how AI is increasingly used for sophisticated crypto crimes, from deepfake scams to state-sponsored cyberattacks, signaling that these threats are just beginning
The New York Times Issues Court Threats To Geography Game Worldle
31.5.2024
If you’re three or older, you might remember a brief window of happiness in the annus horribilis that was 2021: Wordle. It was such a lovely time, not just because of Josh Wardle’s splendid little daily puzzle game that provided light in an era of lockdowns, but also because of the multiple...
Blockchain can help eliminate cybercrime threats
29.5.2024
Cybercrime is a growing scourge that shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon without a serious game changer to stem the tide
The Studio Behind 2024's Biggest Hit Doesn't Plan On Selling Out Anytime Soon
22.5.2024
When 2024 started, Helldivers 2 was barely a blip on most people’s game release radars. It quickly became the biggest hit of the year so far, turning into both a sales juggernaut and a cultural phenomenon. And in an era of hyper consolidation, it made Arrowhead Studios an obvious target...
Quantum Computing Poses Critical Threats to Blockchain Security, Warns Expert
21.5.2024
Professor Massimiliano Sala, a professor of Mathematics at the University of Trento, warns that quantum computing poses significant threats to blockchain security. He highlights that quantum computers could solve problems foundational to digital signatures, compromising user assets on blockchain...
Ripple Publishes Scholar’s Call for Quantum-Resistant Cryptography in Blockchain
20.5.2024
Ripple's latest report features University of Trento Professor Massimiliano Sala’s advocacy of the need for new cryptosystems to protect blockchain from future quantum computing threats.
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Fallout 3's Reveal Led To Death Threats And Bethesda's First Security Guard
19.4.2024
Fallout is currently one of the biggest things in the world thanks to Amazon’s hit TV show. However, before all that, there was a time when Fallout as a franchise seemed dead. Then Bethesda stepped in, bought the IP in 2007, and announced plans to make Fallout 3, reviving the post-apocalyptic...
Eigenlayer Launches on Ethereum Amid Concerns Over Centralization and Potential Security Threats
18.4.2024
Eigenlayer launched on Ethereum’s mainnet with over $12 billion in total value locked, aiming to create a restaking ecosystem which, while promising lucrative prospects, may introduce unforeseen risks including potential centralization and the threat of slashing cascades impacting...
Police Arrest Suspect Behind Nintendo Live Tokyo 2024 Threats
3.4.2024
After multiple persistent threats against attendees and staff that led to the cancellation of the major Nintendo Live event in Tokyo in December 2023, Japanese police have reportedly arrested the person responsible.Read more
Seneca Hacker Returns $5.3M Amid Legal Threats, Keeps $1M Bounty
29.2.2024
After exploiting the Seneca blockchain protocol, the hacker returned $5.3 million of the stolen funds to the project's Ethereum wallet, keeping a $1 million bounty for identifying a critical vulnerability.
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Bitcoin Miner Riot Warns of Profit Risks Due to Chip Shortage and Climate Regulations
26.2.2024
On February 23, popular Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms issued a cautionary statement regarding potential profitability challenges in its business operations. The company cited various factors, including global supply chain disruptions, chip shortages, and increasing regulatory scrutiny around climate...
MetaMask Launches Real-Time Security Alerts on Major Chains
20.2.2024
MetaMask's security alerts now cover Ethereum, Linea, BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Arbitrum, Optimism, and Avalanche. The system proactively warns users of potential threats during transactions. This feature has a proven track record, including successful protection during the Vitalik Buterin phishing...
FTC Updates Rules to Address AI Deepfake Threats to Consumer Safety
16.2.2024
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed making new updates on an artificial intelligence (AI) deepfake rule on February 16. The government agency said the proposed rule changes would protect users from AI impersonations. According to the ‘Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses’...
Crypto Exchanges Reported Over 16,000 Flagged Transactions to South Korean Authorities
14.2.2024
South Korean crypto exchanges reported over 16,000 transactions to local authorities in 2023, an increase from previous years. The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) released a breakdown of its efforts to tackle money laundering and other illegal financial threats involving crypto assets....
U.S. Treasury Department Highlights Increasing Use of Crypto by Criminals in 2024
7.2.2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released its 2024 National Risk Assessments on Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, and Proliferation Financing, outlining the most significant threats facing the United States in illicit finance. The reports detail updates to the anti-money laundering...
Hacker Reportedly Breaches Law Enforcement Systems of Binance & Coinbase
5.2.2024
Recent cybersecurity breaches have targeted the law enforcement request systems of prominent tech giants including Google, Meta, and TikTok, and major crypto exchanges like Binance and Coinbase. According to a report by InfoStealers, a notable rise in cybersecurity threats has led to hackers...
The Last Of Us Part II Actor Says Fans Threatened Her Son
2.2.2024
Anyone who was on the internet around the release of The Last of Us Part II knows it was a bad time. But while we, as fans and writers, saw the vitriolic backlash unfold in real-time, it was far worse for the creative team who was directly targeted by it. Laura Bailey, who played the secret second...
Peckshield Report Reveals Decline in Crypto Losses Despite Persistent Threats in 2023
31.1.2024
Peckshield’s latest report reveals a mix of challenges and advancements in the crypto world. Despite a notable decrease in overall losses to hacks and scams, decentralized finance protocols remain heavily targeted, accounting for a significant portion of the cyber thefts. Peckshield Report...