Fake airdrop SMS to KuCoin users stir data leak concerns

Though scammers behind the Inferno Drainer malware announced the closure in 2023, new reports indicate that more bad actors are the targeting KuCoin community. In an X post shared on Feb. 22, a web3 security advocate known as CryptoShields.eth disclosed…

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'Get behind Geth!' - What this exec says about Ethereum's client diversity

Ethereum's heavy reliance on Geth has raised security concerns Many critics see client diversification as a way to enhance network security and resilience Ethereum (ETH) has sparked a signifThe post 'Get behind Geth!' - What this exec says about Ethereum's client diversity appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Solana's Fall Explained: What Investors Missed

Solana network recently experienced significant outage, raising concerns about its stability and security

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Ripple's Ex-Chief Engineer Unveils Secrets Against XRP Thefts

Ripple cofounder Chris Larsen's XRP account breach prompts security concerns, with expert Nik Bougalis urging improved measures after significant 213 million XRP theft

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Coinbase CEO Reacts to Ethereum Staking Major Issue: Details

Coinbase's staking methods raise security concerns among users

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Blur Hit by Two Major NFT Attacks in Weeks, Raising Security Concerns

High-profile NFT thefts shake the crypto world, highlighting the urgent need for stronger security measures in protecting valuable digital assets. The post Blur Hit by Two Major NFT Attacks in Weeks, Raising Security Concerns appeared first on NFT News Today.

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Lido may be ending 2023 on a high, but there is a caveat

TVL has grown by 3.5x since the beginning of 2023 Increasing market share fueled security concerns for Ethereum Lido Finance [LDO], the largest liquid staking protocol, recorded another fruiThe post Lido may be ending 2023 on a high, but there is a caveat appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Ethereum L2 Blast Crosses $123 Million, Important Things To Know Before You Bridge In

Blast, a brand new Ethereum Layer 2 network, has drawn a startling amount of interest and security concerns due to a surge of investors using the network to bridge their assets.   Blast Hits $123 Million In TVL Blast recently announced its mainnet access on X (formerly Twitter).

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Aave unpauses V2 and V3 markets after addressing critical security bug

Aave said its V2 and V3 markets are operational after a temporary pause earlier in the month due to security concerns. The lending protocol reopened operations on its V2 protocol earlier today, Nov.

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Monero (XMR) Wallet Hacked: Is Coin No Longer Safe?

Most recent security issue XMR faced raised some concerns among investors

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Grayscale’s GBTC paradox: Performance at a discount

Grayscale Investments‘ flagship product, Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), serves as a crucial bridge between the traditional financial world and the relatively new realm of cryptocurrencies. GBTC offers investors exposure to Bitcoin without the need for direct ownership, effectively bypassing challenges like storage, security, and regulatory concerns.

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Crypto community questions Strike’s reported denial of alleged security breach

Cryptocurrency investigator ZachXBT and numerous members of the crypto community have raised concerns about the potential breach of Strike, a Bitcoin Lightning-based payment platform, despite its assurances to the contrary.

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LastPass Security Breach: $4.4 Million in Cryptocurrencies Stolen

ZachXBT has advised LastPass users to migrate their cryptocurrencies due to concerns of an exploit. The post LastPass Security Breach: $4.4 Million in Cryptocurrencies Stolen appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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SBF Sheds Light on FTX Security Concerns in Ongoing Trial

FTX founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, testified in his ongoing fraud trial, revealing that FTX data was exposed due to a security breach, but there was never a direct breach to FTX. The post SBF Sheds Light on FTX Security Concerns in Ongoing Trial appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Thailand delays $15b crypto giveaway citing security concerns

According to Thailand’s Deputy Minister of Finance Julapun Amornvivat, the giveaway will not be launched on Feb. 1, as planned. Thailand will not launch the long-awaited “airdrop” on time as the government needs more time to develop “a safe system,”…

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Bitcoin Lightning Network Developer Resigns Amid Security Concerns

Key Bitcoin Lightning Network developer resigns due to security flaw, calls for foundational changes. The post Bitcoin Lightning Network Developer Resigns Amid Security Concerns appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Bitcoin's Lightning Network Faces Storm as Developer Exits Over Security Concerns

Key Bitcoin (BTC) developer Antoine Riard steps back from Lightning Network amid attack worries

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US Treasury Mandates Record-Keeping and Reporting for Crypto Mixers

The US Treasury Department advances a robust proposal targeting crypto mixers to mitigate money laundering risks. This initiative, amidst growing national security concerns, symbolizes a notable regulatory move towards shaping the global financial system.

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Bitcoin Mining Fears: Chinese-Owned Operations In The US Raise National Security Concerns

In a recent report, The New York Times has uncovered alleged national security concerns surrounding Chinese-owned Bitcoin (BTC) mining operations on US soil.  The focus is on a crypto-mining facility in Cheyenne, Wyoming, which raised alarm bells due to its proximity to a Microsoft data center supporting the Pentagon and an Air Force base responsible […]

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US authorities monitor China-linked Bitcoin miners amid national security concerns: Report

A crypto mining operation near a Microsoft facility that supported the Pentagon was reportedly under scrutiny by U.S. officials.

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Vitalik Buterin’s Newest Proposal Addresses Ethereum’s Decentralization Concerns

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Ordswap loses control of its website, urges users to recover keys

Ordswap has experienced a security breach that has led to phishing risks for users’ private keys and assets. An online tool has been introduced for MetaMask users to recover private keys. The incident underscores security concerns in crypto.

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OpenSea marketplace suffers third-party API breach

OpenSea faces a significant API compromise, raising security concerns among users. The breach mirrors a similar incident with Nansen The post OpenSea marketplace suffers third-party API breach appeared first on NFT News Today.

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Changpeng Zhao Reassures Binance Users and Summarizes Wave of Recent Challenges

Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao reassures users amid concerns over the departure of several high-ranking employees, ongoing legal disputes, and changes in token support, highlighting the platform's strong liquidity and security.

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Is Bitcoin Mining Turning Unprofitable? Hash Price Reaches All-Time Low

Concerns arise about BTC miners' profitability amid the Bitcoin network's growing efficiency and security. Some fear declining revenues may affect mining pool viability and the blockchain's future.

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Bitcoin network adapts as mining rewards decrease, showcasing market resilience and sustainability

Quick Take As diminishing mining rewards in the Bitcoin network cause anxieties over the security budget, analyzing the market’s behavior provides a different perspective. A year ago, Poolin, a significant player with 20% of the hash rate in 2020, saw its share reduce to zero, raising concerns over Bitcoin’s security.

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Crypto Betting Platform Stake Compromised in $41 Million Exploit

Stake, a crypto betting platform backed by Drake, is in hot water for a suspected $41 million exploit. The platform has yet to publicly comment, raising concerns over its security measures. The post Crypto Betting Platform Stake Compromised in $41 Million Exploit appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Examining the recent Shibarium rug pull on BNB chain

Shibarium rug pull raised security concerns across various networks. Binance Smart Chain (BSC) and BNB continued to witness a decline in interest and activity. In the volatile world of memecThe post Examining the recent Shibarium rug pull on BNB chain appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Kenya clamps down on Worldcoin over national security and tax evasion concerns

Kenya’s National Computer Cybercrimes Coordination Committee (NC4) warned that Worldcoin activities pose national and economic security challenges to the African country, local media outlet Standard Media reported.

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Report Shows Consumers Becoming Increasingly Distrustful of Generative AI

A report reveals only 13% of consumers trust companies to use AI ethically, with concerns over data security, unethical AI use, and biases. Over 80% believe human validation of AI output is important.

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Germany Proposes to Scrutinize AI Investments From China, Citing Risk to Economic Security

Germany's deputy chancellor, Robert Habeck, has proposed restrictions on Chinese investments in AI and semiconductor sectors over concerns about economic security. The post Germany Proposes to Scrutinize AI Investments From China, Citing Risk to Economic Security appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Thailand looks to ban Facebook next week over crypto ad scams

Thailand’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) is taking steps to shut down Facebook in the country, citing harmful investment scams causing economic and public security concerns. Court petition filed.

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BNB Chain’s cross-chain bridge exploit shakes crypto community 

BNB Chain’s cross-chain bridge (0x489a) recently fell victim to a major exploit. Following the hack’s massive financial losses, concerns about project security emerged. Peckshield advisory reveals massive losses Investors and security professionals are reeling from an attack on BNB Chain’s…

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Infernal Drainer Steals 13 NFTs from Blur Marketplace

Infernal Drainer steals 13 NFTs from Blur marketplace, marking another alarming crypto theft. The article details the attack, the entity, and security concerns. The post Infernal Drainer Steals 13 NFTs from Blur Marketplace appeared first on NFT News Today.

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Lawmakers Grill SEC and FINRA on Granting SPBD License to Prometheum

US lawmakers are questioning the SEC and FINRA's decision to grant a broker-dealer license to Prometheum Ember Capital LLC, citing concerns about the firm's track record and potential national security risks.

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Binance CEO Addresses BitForge Vulnerability: Funds Are Safe

Binance’s CEO, Changpeng Zhao, has come forward to address concerns regarding the BitForge vulnerability. This security issue, as uncovered by the Fireblocks research team, has been identified in some of the most widely adopted multi-party computation (MPC) protocols, including the likes of GG-18, GG-20, and Lindell17.

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Kenya suspends Worldcoin operations over security and data concerns 

Kenya has suspended all Worldcoin project activities in the country until it can be confident that there are no risks to the public

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Worldcoin to allow governments and businesses to use its ID-verifying technology

Worldcoin launched its native token WLD on its mainnet on July 24, 2023. The crypto project has faced serious criticism from several quarters for fears of data privacy. The latest development is the Worldcoin suspension in Kenya because of what the government says are security concerns.

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Kenya Halts Worldcoin Cryptocurrency Project Amid Security Concerns

The Kenyan government has announced the suspension of all activities related to Worldcoin, the recently launched cryptocurrency project. Minister of Internal Security Kithure Kindiki made the announcement on August 2,...

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Worldcoin Suspended by Kenya on Financial Security and Privacy Concerns

Kenya is the first country to fully suspend Worldcoin operations. Data protection offices in Europe have started investigations.

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Kenyan Government Suspends Worldcoin Activity on Financial Security, Privacy Concerns

Kenya is the first country to fully suspend Worldcoin operations. Data protection offices in Europe have started investigations.

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Monero (XMR) and DigiToads (TOADS) Ride the Tidal Wave of Retail Investor Interest

As concerns about data privacy grow, decentralized finance (DeFi) has gained enormous popularity due to its security and anonymity.   Unlike the traditional financial system, cryptocurrencies operate on decentralized networks, eradicating the need for intermediaries.

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Netflix Opens Positions for AI Experts as Hollywood Writers Protest the Technology

Netflix is hiring AI experts to expand its machine-learning platform and develop games, despite Hollywood's largest labor union, SAG-AFTRA, protesting against AI over job security and copyright concerns.

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Worldcoin Token Slumps Amid Crypto Community Unease

Concerns around privacy, security and reported connections to Sam Bankman-Fried and Three Arrows Capital have raised eyebrows in the crypto community.

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Ethereum’s Buterin Expresses Concerns Over Sam Altman’s Worldcoin

Worldcoin’s identity system, “Proof-of-Personhood,” faces issues with privacy, accessibility, centralization, and security, according to Buterin.

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Ethscriptions Protocol Faces Major Marketplace Breach

Ethscriptions protocol experiences security breach in its main marketplace. Theft of Ethscriptions raises concerns about decentralized platform security. The post Ethscriptions Protocol Faces Major Marketplace Breach appeared first on NFT News Today.

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Bitcoin cash price rises as Binance.US addresses recent concerns

Binance.US assures customers of asset security amidst recent concerns over $BCH. Temporary interruption in withdrawals resolved, emphasizing adherence to U.S. regulations.

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Homer Coin & BTC2.0 Prices Explode, But Are They Legit? Traders Are Backing Mr Hankey Coin Instead

It’s been a crazy 24 hours in the meme coin market, with Homer Simpson ($HOMER) and Bitcoin 2. 0 ($BTC2. 0) both exploding in value. However, despite these surges, traders are expressing concerns about the security and longevity of these tokens.

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$30 billion lost in blockchain hacks; security concerns rise

2021 was the most targeted year, with $9.8 billion worth of assets getting siphoned off. Contract vulnerability accounted for nearly 12% of all hacking incidents. The blockchain industry hasThe post $30 billion lost in blockchain hacks; security concerns rise appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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