Crypto hacks and security
Underground mining farm found in former store in Irkutsk region
Why it matters: In Russia, claims against miners relate primarily to unmetered electricity consumption rather than mining itself.
MetaMask Adds Romance and Investment Scam Warnings Before Sending Funds
Why it matters: Social engineering is the main channel of losses in crypto, and built-in warnings in the largest wallet could reduce the volume of such transfers.
SecondFi Prepares Asset Recovery Tool After $2M Cardano Exploit
Why it matters: Recovering assets without revealing keys sets a standard for compensation after hacks in the Cardano ecosystem.
Floyd County sheriff proposes crypto ATM fraud warning signs
Why it matters: The rise in crypto ATM fraud is pushing local authorities to introduce warnings to protect users.
Trader loses $2.1M USDT after partner's Telegram account hacked
Why it matters: The case shows that social engineering via hacked accounts remains a primary vector for crypto theft, while Tether's freeze partially recovers funds.
2026 patch for 2018 bug opened path to 4,000 BTC theft from Liquid
Why it matters: The incident shows that security updates can themselves create critical holes, raising risks for custodial services.
Peru Economy Ministry's X account hacked for crypto scam
Why it matters: Hacks of government accounts undermine trust in official channels and are used to defraud investors.
New Hampshire officials warn of rising crypto ATM fraud
Why it matters: The growth of crypto ATM scams increases pressure on regulators and could lead to new restrictions for terminal operators.
Coinbase: exchanges can cut quantum risks before network upgrade
Why it matters: The quantum threat is not yet active, but exchanges and custodians will have to change key and address management in advance.
19 Polymarket accounts called 41 of 42 KPMG client reports correctly
Why it matters: The case heightens questions about protecting prediction markets from insiders amid CFTC and US Justice Department investigations.
Fake YouTube Streams with AI Trump Lure Viewers into Crypto Scam
Why it matters: The rise of AI deepfakes in crypto fraud increases risks for retail users and heightens pressure on platforms.
Argentina's SIPA Pension System Database Offered for Sale on Dark Web
Why it matters: If the leak is real, mass phishing attacks and identity theft targeting pensioners are possible; the data is not yet verified.
Head of Finiko pyramid unit extradited to Kazakhstan
Why it matters: Finiko is the largest crypto pyramid in the CIS with damage exceeding 5 billion rubles, and the extradition shows that prosecution of its organizers continues years later.
MetaMask adds wallet protection against crypto scams
Why it matters: It reduces the risk of fund loss for MetaMask users, one of the most popular wallets in crypto.
Swiss Bitcoin Pay shuts down servers after suspected breach of internal systems
Why it matters: The leak of email, IBAN and transaction history creates a targeted phishing risk for the service's customers.
Four suspects charged in France over kidnapping of woman for crypto assets
Why it matters: A rise in physical attacks on crypto holders in France heightens risks for holders and could push toward tighter regulation and data protection.
Sam Altman warns of losing control over AI, crypto could become a target
Why it matters: The rise of autonomous AI agents increases the risk of attacks on exchanges, wallets and DeFi protocols, requiring enhanced security monitoring.
Hackers demand 10,000 BTC ransom from Revolut, worth $780 million
Why it matters: The incident damages Revolut's reputation amid plans for an IPO at a $200 billion valuation and heightens risks for crypto custody services.
North Korea recruits Iranian developers for remote US work paid in crypto
Why it matters: The scheme gives North Korea access to companies' internal networks and funds its weapons programs, raising the risk of crypto thefts.
Cardano's Optim Finance loses OADA pool liquidity in exploit
Why it matters: OADA and O token holders risk losing funds: OADA has no direct redemption path into ADA other than swapping through the emptied pool.