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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
Central banks turn to generative AI for enhanced cybersecurity: BIS
28.5.2024
Central banks are increasingly adopting generative AI for cybersecurity, with a BIS report indicating that 71% are already using it and more planning to follow
10 Years Ago, The Hades 2 Devs Made An Amazing Cyber-Noir RPG (And My Favorite T-Shirt)
20.5.2024
On May 20, 2014 developer Supergiant Games (the team behind 2020’s hit roguelike Hades and its recently-released-in-early-access sequel) released its second game, Transistor. The sci-fi action RPG was widely considered a wonderful sophomore outing for the developer, receiving a 9/10 from the likes...
Israeli fintech Kima, Mastercard lab look to develop ‘DeFi credit card’
14.5.2024
Kima is seeking to bridge traditional and Web3 finance and make the user experience more manageable
Cyber Resilience Act: Konec děravých počítačů, programů a primitivních hesel v EU
30.4.2024
Britové zvýšili laťku, co je možné ve světě kybernetické bezpečnosti • Evropa se na to také chystá a říká tomu Cyber Resilience Act • Programy i hardware budou muset být odolné už od výroby
FBI, Europol Say Akira Ransomware Has Drained $42M from 250 Firms
19.4.2024
Akira, a ransomware group, has drained $42 million from 250 firms since March 2023, said the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Europol, CISA, Europol’s European Cybercrime Centre (EC3), and the Netherlands’ National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC-NL) in a joint statement.
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Floki Cyber Punk game joins SKALE Network for Zero-Gas, high-speed blockchain gaming
5.4.2024
Floki Cyber Punk, a charming, immersive, euphoric, and fascinating game, is now a part of SKALE. It offers a captivating game-playing experience, and SKALE, the world’s fastest blockchain network, proudly welcomes Floki Cyber Punk to the SKALE Network. Players can enter the exciting world of online...
North Korea’s Cyber Activities and Crypto Theft Fuel Half of Foreign Currency Revenue: UN
21.3.2024
North Korea has been actively involved in "malicious" cyber activities, contributing to nearly half of its foreign currency revenue and funding its weapons programs.
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Binance Receives Cyber Security Professional Award from Hong Kong Authorities
6.3.2024
The Hong Kong government recognized Binance with the Cyber Security Professional Merit Award, highlighting its efforts to safeguard users in the dynamic Web3 landscape.
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Deloitte is Hiring Specialists for Crypto Fraud Investigations
5.3.2024
Consulting firm Deloitte is looking for specialist analysts to assist in uncovering financial crimes related to crypto. Recent job listings on LinkedIn show vacancies for Senior Cyber Crypto Analysts and Cryptocurrency Investigators.
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Senior U.S. Military Airman and Cyber Analyst Charged with Money Laundering for NFT “Rug Pull” Scheme
27.2.2024
Two individuals, including a senior airman and cyber analyst in the U.S. military, have been charged for money laundering in connection to an NFT “rug pull” scheme, a February 23rd statement from U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reveals.
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Paradigm’s Samczsun Launches Security Alliance for Crypto Cybercrime Victims
15.2.2024
A popular cybersecurity expert known by the pseudonym Samczsun has created a non-profit entity called Security Alliance (SEAL) for white-hat hackers in the crypto world. Security Alliance is a group of white-hat hackers with the aim of protecting crypto projects from the growing risks of cyber...
U.S. Cyber Authorities Investigate Binance Trust Wallet iOS App for Vulnerabilities
15.2.2024
The Binance-owned wallet has been the victim of multiple cyber attacks during 2023
Bitcoin Ransomware Takes Down 100 Romanian Hospitals Offline, Hackers Demand 3.5BTC
15.2.2024
More than 100 hospitals in Romania were affected by a crypto ransomware attack on Tuesday, the National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC) confirmed. The unidentified perpetrators have demanded 3.5 Bitcoin (BTC), or about $180,000, to decrypt the data. The ransomware took down over 100 hospitals...
Singapore’s Web3 Firms Call for Budget Support to Boost Talent and Security
13.2.2024
With the 2024 Budget announcement on the horizon, Singapore’s web3 community is voicing a critical need for government support. According to a recent report by The Straits Times, the Singaporean firms are specifically looking for help in two key areas: developing a skilled talent pool...
Binance Partners with INTERPOL to Enhance Global Cybersecurity Efforts
9.2.2024
Binance has taken certain measures to fortify global cybersecurity efforts by collaborating with INTERPOL. In a recent half-day virtual session focused on essential topics related to cryptocurrency investigations and cyber policing in the rapidly evolving Web3 space, Binance hosted over 30 officers...
Crypto Widget WordPress Plugin Flagged as “Critical” Cybersecurity Risk
8.2.2024
A crypto widget plugin for web content management system WordPress was named as a “critical cybersecurity risk” yesterday. A security bulletin released by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) noted that a plugin called “The Cryptocurrency Widgets – Price Ticker & Coins List”...
Singapore Police Warn About ‘Crypto Drainers’ Stealing Cryptocurrencies From Wallets
3.2.2024
Singapore’s Police Force and Cyber Security Agency (CSA) have issued a joint warning about “crypto drainer” malware, which steals cryptocurrencies from wallets. As digital assets become more popular, “Cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging crypto drainers to target...
Singapore Authorities Raise Concerns Around Crypto Draining Kits
1.2.2024
Singapore police authority and the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore have raised concerns around cryptocurrency draining kits. In a joint statement, the authorities warned that cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging cryptocurrency drainers and targeting owners of digital wallets. (1/2) As...
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...