Crypto Hackers Could Steal $2 Billion in 2024 Fueled by AI
Crypto hackers continue to be a persistent threat to the digital asset ecosystem, with alarming projections for the near future. A recent report from the blockchain intelligence firm,…
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Security tracks the threats that affect crypto users, protocols and companies. This section covers hacks, bridge exploits, wallet vulnerabilities, phishing campaigns, exchange incidents, smart contract failures, scams and the security practices emerging across the industry.
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Report Reveals Minimal Reimbursement Rate for Crypto Scams in the United Kingdom
An alarming new financial crime report has unveiled a harsh reality for investors in the United Kingdom. The vast majority of victims of crypto…
Seedify Cyberattack: North Korea’s Lazarus Group Behind SFUND Token Price Crash
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Senator Lummis Demands New and Stricter Safeguards for Bitcoin ATMs
United States Senator Cynthia Lummis has made an urgent call to implement stricter regulations on Bitcoin ATMs (BTMs). This initiative arises as a direct…
The truth about crypto scams, attacks and blockchain security
The rise of scams and crypto hacks caused significant losses between 2024 and 2025. Frauds reached $4.6 billion in 2024, while hacks totaled $2.47…
The Crypto Industry Is on Alert: Thefts and Hacks Have Already Surpassed the Total Recorded Throughout 2024
TL;DR In six months, crypto thefts and hacks have surpassed the total for the previous year, with over $2.17 billion stolen from platforms and…
Hackers Target $8.7B Mt. Gox Bitcoin in Sophisticated Phishing Attack
TL;DR Hackers exploited Bitcoin’s OP_RETURN feature to send an on-chain phishing message to the Mt. Gox wallet holding 79,956 BTC, baiting owners to a…
DPRK Hackers Deploy NimDoor macOS Malware via Fake Zoom Updates
TL;DR North Korean hackers bait crypto professionals with fake Zoom updates via Telegram and Calendly links, deploying the elusive NimDoor backdoor on macOS. Written…
Crypto, Fraud and Social Engineering: Financial Crime Ring Dismantled
TL;DR The Guardia Civil dismantled a network that defrauded over 5,000 people through fake crypto investments and laundered more than €460 million. The group…
Trezor Detects New Phishing Attempt Through Its Support Contact Form
TL;DR Trezor detected phishing attempts through its support form, where attackers used leaked emails to trigger automatic replies. The company confirmed there was no…
Hypersphere Partner Loses Crypto Savings in Zoom Scam
TL;DR Earlier this week, Mehdi Farooq, a partner at crypto venture firm Hypersphere and former Animoca Brands executive, shared a personal account of a…