Crypto hacks and security
Exchange and protocol hacks, exploits and stolen funds, scams, investigations and arrests.
VanEck: Bitcoin has technical solutions to the quantum threat
Why it matters: The quantum threat is a long-term risk for BTC holders, but the lack of centralized governance slows the transition to quantum-resistant standards.
ShinyHunters claims it hijacked Cl0p's leak site
Why it matters: The feud between criminal groups could expose Cl0p's internal data, though the key theft remains unverified.
SlowMist flags PolinRider exploit in LaravelNova package with 700K downloads
Why it matters: The compromise of a widely used dev tool threatens wallet keys and sensitive data across the Ethereum ecosystem.
Spain: two arrested for holding man and forcing him to send crypto
Why it matters: Another case of physical coercion to seize crypto assets, a trend that raises personal-security risks for large holders.
FET Rebounds 11.57% to $0.19 After $1.5M Ethereum Converter Exploit
Why it matters: The rebound rides an AI-token rotation, but reputational damage from the exploit and weak fundamentals leave room for another pullback.
Two Chinese nationals fined in Malaysia over crypto fraud conspiracy
Why it matters: The case highlights Southeast Asia's crackdown on crypto fraud, where fake investment schemes remain widespread.
Kasplex KRC-20 Indexer Signature Bypass Drains Two Token Pools
Why it matters: The exploit highlights risks in off-chain indexers and bridges for Kaspa tokens, potentially undermining confidence in the KRC-20 ecosystem.
Bitcoin Lightning flaw in Eclair could send a node's entire balance to miners
Why it matters: Lightning node operators should upgrade immediately: the flaw allowed fund loss without key compromise.
Crypto Worker's Children Held Hostage in French 'Wrench Attack,' $46K Taken
Why it matters: A surge in physical attacks on crypto holders in France raises security risks for the industry and pressure on regulators.
Bengaluru police arrest 3 in ₹93.58 lakh crypto scam, uncover 507 mule accounts
Why it matters: The case highlights how traditional investment scams increasingly end with funds moved into crypto, complicating tracing for law enforcement.
French CEO loses €600,000 to fake crypto platform impersonating MiCA-licensed exchange
Why it matters: The cloned-site scheme shows MiCA licensing alone does not shield users from social engineering fraud.
Fake Liquidity Pool Inflates NSTR 8,000x, Draining $3.5M From Nostra
Why it matters: The case highlights how lending protocols remain exposed to oracle manipulation through illiquid collateral tokens.
SecondFi warns users not to claim NIGHT via compromised wallets
Why it matters: Victims of the June hack risk losing their NIGHT tokens too if they attempt to claim them through compromised wallets.
MEV Bot Yoink Front-Runs $7.7M rsETH Exploit, Kelp Freezes Intercepted Funds
Why it matters: The case shows MEV bots can outrace attackers and limit damage, but the rsETH vault vulnerability still needs review.
Prague searches carried out in case of $655,000 crypto disappearance
Why it matters: The case illustrates the growing number of investigations into crypto asset thefts in Europe.
ASI Alliance confirms $1.56M exploit in FET migration infrastructure
Why it matters: The attack on ASI Alliance's migration infrastructure undermines trust in token bridges and converters, and a full report on the causes has not yet been published.
Family with two children held hostage in France for €40,000 in crypto
Why it matters: The rise in physical attacks on crypto holders in France increases risks for investors and pressure for data protection regulation.
Ukraine's BEB uncovers conversion center with 23.5 billion hryvnia turnover
Why it matters: The case highlights how cryptocurrency is used in shadow settlement schemes, increasing pressure on exchanges and the P2P segment.
Binance warns of FomoPeek malware in App Store stealing seed phrases
Why it matters: The malware passed Apple's moderation and attacks the phone itself rather than a single app, putting the keys of all crypto wallets on the device at risk.
Sigma Prime unveils Secstant audit tool built on real vulnerabilities
Why it matters: The tool could speed up smart contract audits, but it is still early-stage development with no release timeline.