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Your Crypto Project Needs a Sheriff, Not a Bounty Hunter
Avi Eisenberg’s centi-million dollar exploit of the decentralized Mango Markets trading platform revealed the perverse incentives of bug bounties. дальше »
2024-4-25 19:57
Polygon Labs earns crucial information security certificate
Polygon Labs has announced that it has received ISO 27001 certification. дальше »
2024-4-15 21:11
Over $500 million in crypto stolen during Q1 through exploits: CertiK
Chris Larsen, Ripple's co-founder, suffered the heaviest loss of the quarter, with over $110 million drained from his personal wallet. дальше »
2024-4-5 00:25
Ether Could Avoid Designation as a Security With Centralization Risk Easing, JPMorgan Says
Staking platform Lido’s share in staked ether has continued to fall, reducing concerns about concentration in the Ethereum network, the report said. дальше »
2024-4-5 19:48
How the Bitcoin Halving Could Affect Network Security
After the block reward drops to 3.125 bitcoins, miners could power down their less efficient machines. дальше »
2024-4-3 16:46
Layer-2 solutions surge after Dencun upgrade. Is it safe for the system?
The Dencun upgrade has benefited layer-2 solutions, yet some experts are concerned about their complexity and potential risks. On Mar. 13, the much-anticipated Dencun upgrade went live on the Ethereum (ETH) mainnet, promising enhanced scalability and reduced transaction fees for… дальше »
2024-3-22 20:11
Binance user shares update on $70k loss incident highlighting security gaps and response concerns
A Binance user, known by the username doomxbt, reported a significant security breach in their account, leading to the loss of a substantial amount of cryptocurrency. The incident, which unfolded over the past few days, has raised concerns over the… дальше »
2024-3-4 10:50
Multisig in defi: a marketing gimmick or a real security solution? | Opinion
Multisignatures are a good security practice for defi projects, but they are not a panacea that can be relied on without reservation. дальше »
2024-2-27 14:25
Proof of Reserves Should Be The Industry Standard: Gate.io CEO Dr. Lin Han on The Future of Security
Stepping into 2024, the crypto space is buzzing with significant events: governments worldwide have started recognizing cryptocurrency as an independent class of assets, TradFi giants have entered the big game, and Bitcoin halving suggests a bull market may be on the horizon. дальше »
2024-2-3 20:00
5 red flags to watch out for in Phishing attacks
The official blog for Trezor, the world’s first hardware wallet. All you need to keep your digital assets safe. - Medium дальше »
2024-2-7 15:47
Judge rules Terraform Labs violated rules: LUNA and MIR deemed securities
Federal Judge Rakoff rules $LUNA and $MIR as securities, finding Terraform Labs violated U. S. laws. SEC trial, scheduled Jan 29, 2024, centres on Terra’s UST stablecoin collapse and $25M alleged fraud. дальше »
2024-1-2 19:59
Evolving threats in cryptocurrency: The outdated wallet dilemma | Opinion
By remaining vigilant, we don't just safeguard our digital assets, we also contribute to the overall stability of the entire crypto ecosystem. дальше »
2023-12-3 17:06
FSB points out shortcomings in multi-functional crypto-asset intermediaries highlighted by FTX collapse
The Financial Stability Board has released a report highlighting the need for additional regulations in the crypto industry, particularly in the wake of the FTX collapse, to mitigate risks similar to those in traditional finance. дальше »
2023-11-28 19:33
TRM Labs Partners With Aussie Crypto Exchange Swyftx to Combat Scams
Blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs has partnered with Australian cryptocurrency exchange Swyftx in an effort to combat scams in the nation. дальше »
2023-11-28 09:45
Lido node operator to rotate keys after security firm flags vulnerability
InfStones, a Lido node operator, will rotate its validator keys followng a vulnerability disclosure by blockchain security firm dWallet Labs. The vulnerability was acknowledged by Lido, which said its security team was working with the node operator to assess the scope and potential impact. дальше »
2023-11-24 19:49
Canada flags concern on AI-generated deepfake disinformation campaigns
The Canadian agency also noted privacy violations, social manipulation and bias among the concerns that AI raises.
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BlackRock files S-1 form for spot Ether ETF with SEC
BlackRock filed a Form S-1 with the U.S. SEC a week after registering its iShares Ethereum Trust with Delaware’s Division of Corporations. дальше »
2023-11-17 15:02
Ripple faces slim odds of $770M disgorgement - XRP holder Attorney
Deaton underscores that the legal action against Ripple is not centered on fraud but rather constitutes a regulatory disagreement. дальше »
2023-11-11 11:29
U.S. policymakers introduce bill targeting China’s digital yuan
Senator Rick Scott introduced a prohibition act seeking to bar U.S. financial service operators from interacting with China’s central bank digital currency (CBDC). дальше »
2023-11-10 00:38
BTC price cools off, but ‘You can never have too much Bitcoin,’ says Saylor
Bitcoin price cooled off after an impressive 30% monthly gain, but MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor made the case for why he remains bullish on BTC. дальше »
2023-11-3 23:30
SafeMoon hacker’s use of centralized exchanges could help law enforcement — Match Systems
SafeMoon was exploited in March after a smart contract update led to a burn call vulnerability allowing hackers to transfer funds. дальше »
2023-11-3 14:59
Various crypto scams cost users over $32m in October
According to blockchain analysis firm CertiK, over $32. 2 million was lost to crypto scams and security incidents in October, with vulnerabilities, exit scams, and flash loan manipulations among the leading causes. дальше »
2023-11-1 11:47
MetaMask launches Blockaid’s enhanced security alerts for users
MetaMask collaborates with cybersecurity start-up Blockaid to launch a new security alert feature, elevating user protection against malicious threats. дальше »
2023-10-31 21:48
Crypto wallet Trezor looks into phishing campaign, exec says
Trezor’s brand ambassador Josef Tetek emphasized that the hardware wallet firm never asks for users’ recovery seed, PIN or passphrase. дальше »
2023-10-27 14:42
Two tries left: Swiss entrepreneur’s $243m Bitcoin drama
Crypto entrepreneur faces a $243 million Bitcoin dilemma, with just two password attempts left and a reluctant decision on accepting Unciphered's hacking expertise. дальше »
2023-10-26 23:21
Bitsa launches new safety card feature
European prepaid card provider Bitsa has launched a new feature that enhances the privacy and security of its users. дальше »
2023-10-23 17:10
SEC has 3%–14% chance of success in Ripple appeal, lawyers predict
The SEC has already dismissed charges against Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and executive chair Chris Larsen, while the retail XRP sale ruling also went against the regulator. дальше »
2023-10-23 12:30
Hacken and Radix partner to enhance security as Shiba Memu presale hits $3.7M
Radix teams up with Hacken for enhanced ecosystem security. Shiba Memu, a unique AI-driven meme token, is revolutionising marketing and interaction. Shiba Memu’s roadmap involves an ongoing presale, centralized exchange listings, AI marketing dashboards, and integration with decentralized apps. дальше »
2023-10-11 13:48
First tokenized security launched on Coinbase’s Base protocol
The first tokenized security of the protocol was just launched on Coinbase's scalability layer Base. дальше »
2023-10-6 18:48
Mixin Network temporarily halts operations following $200m defi exploit
Mixin Network has temporarily suspended its deposit and withdrawal services following a major attack, jeopardizing over $200 million in crypto assets. дальше »
2023-9-25 13:19
Mixin Network Losses Nearly $200M in Hack
Mixin Network is a protocol designed to address blockchain scalability issues – at the expense of having a centralized database. дальше »
2023-9-25 07:24
Balancer DAO salutes defi response team for aid in $230K UI exploit
Balancer DAO, a decentralized autonomous organization governing the protocol, protocol thanked a team of security experts for their help following a DNS attack on a top level . fi domain registrar employed by Balancer. дальше »
2023-9-22 22:10
Linear Finance faces security breach, takes swift action to rectify
Hong Kong-based defi protocol Linear Finance reported a security breach that drained its Linear USD token’s liquidity on PancakeSwap and Ascendex platforms. Hong Kong‘s burgeoning defi ecosystem faced a significant setback this week as Linear Finance, one of its leading… дальше »
2023-9-22 23:01
Indian state governments spur blockchain adoption in public administration
Numerous initiatives by local and state governments in India — from data management systems to verifiable certificate issuances — currently use blockchain technology. дальше »
2023-9-20 19:30
North Korea linked to latest crypto hacks, surpassing $270m
Recent investigations link North Korea’s Lazarus Group to a series of crypto hacks totaling over $270 million in stolen assets across major platforms in the past 102 days. Investigations suggest the latest high-profile hacks targeting crypto entities have been perpetrated… дальше »
2023-9-14 13:53
SEC charges company behind Stoner Cats NFT series with unregistered securities sale
The animated series, accessible only to NFT holders, had a cast that included Vitalik Buterin, Gary Vaynerchuk and Hollywood A-listers. дальше »
2023-9-14 19:38
North Korean Lazarus Group is targeting crypto companies with APT attacks
SlowMist reveals a sophisticated APT attack by North Korea's Lazarus Group targeting the cryptocurrency industry. дальше »
2023-9-13 02:02
Why Advanced Bitcoiners Should Consider Upgrading To a Shamir Backup
Advanced users should consider the trade-offs between complexity and resilience to backup loss Shamir secret sharing offers. дальше »
2023-9-8 18:59
Regulated Liability Network identifies proof-of-concept use case with digital pound
The RLN, which places tokenized assets and liabilities on the same ledger, was tested with simulated cross-border CBDC transactions in a previous project. дальше »
2023-9-6 22:47
Australian regulator ASIC to ramp up focus on digital scam
ASIC, Australia’s financial watchdog, has announced a new four-year plan prioritizing consumer protection against digital scams, including cryptocurrency-related frauds. ASIC, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, has unveiled a new four-year strategy aimed at shielding consumers and businesses from digital… дальше »
2023-8-30 18:31
CoinsPaid reveals how job offer led to $37m hack
The CoinsPaid attack was a six-month-long operation that involved infiltrating the company and was likely carried out by the North Korean hacker group Lazarus. In a lengthy Twitter thread published on Aug. дальше »
2023-8-29 17:42
SEC charges podcaster in first unregistered securities sales claim against NFT offering
Impact Theory produces entertainment and educational podcasts and was “trying to build the next Disney” when it invited investors to purchase its NFTs. дальше »
2023-8-29 21:02
Balancer suffers $900k exploit amid recently discovered vulnerability
The decentralized finance protocol, Balancer, suffered an exploit attack for nearly $900,000 in just a few days after a critical vulnerability was discovered. On Aug. 27, the company explained to its users that it suffered an attack and that it… дальше »
2023-8-28 12:07
FTX reports security breach involving bankruptcy agent Kroll
FTX has announced a cybersecurity breach involving its bankruptcy case claims agent, Kroll, exposing limited, non-sensitive customer data of specific claimants. On Aug. 25, the struggling crypto exchange used the X platform to notify customers, creditors, and the public about… дальше »
2023-8-25 14:27
Cybercriminals launch new crypto scam using Google Ads
Cybercriminals deploy new crypto scams using Google ads to redirect users to phishing sites deceptively. A new type of crypto scam has surfaced recently, where scammers are buying ads for genuine crypto websites on Google, and then using URL injection… дальше »
2023-8-24 12:41
Blockchain Security Firm Quantstamp Hopes to Battle Flash Loan Attacks With New Service
The service has been released in collaboration with researchers from the University of Toronto. дальше »
2023-8-23 16:00
Rapid cyberattacks demand modernized security, says Palo Alto CEO
Nikesh Arora the CEO of Palo Alto Networks, told Jim Cramer on CNBC’s “Mad Money” that companies need to modernize their cybersecurity systems. The executive explained that hackers are moving faster and attacking companies more effectively than before. During the… дальше »
2023-8-23 08:33
Friend.tech denies data breach with API clarification
Friend.tech counters claims of a 100k user data breach, emphasizing data was accessed from their public API, not a security lapse. In a statement on X, Friend.tech clarified that the data was accessed through scraping their public API, not a… дальше »
2023-8-22 17:35
Friend.tech targeted by phishing scam as its volumes grow
On-chain threat monitoring system AegisWeb3 has issued a warning on X, alerting the community against phishing attacks imitating Friend.tech. According to AegisWeb3, a phony X account called @friendtech_web3 recently announced an airdrop for the Friend token and directed users to… дальше »
2023-8-21 16:54
Cypher Protocol recovers nearly 50% of stolen assets
Cypher Protocol recovered nearly 50% of the stolen funds, worth approximately $600,000. On Aug. 7, the company suffered an exploit attack that reportedly wiped $1 million off its accounts. On Aug. дальше »