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Andre Cronje's Flying Tulip Introduces Withdrawal Safeguards Amid Rising DeFi Hacks
The decentralized finance platform Flying Tulip has implemented a new withdrawal mechanism to enhance security against recent DeFi exploits.
Crypto
Upbit Faces $36 Million Breach After Major Acquisition Deal with Naver
Upbit, South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has encountered a significant breach involving $36 million in unauthorized withdrawals from a Solana hot wallet just as the company finalized a $10 billion deal with Naver.
Cybersecurity
Top Tactics of North Korean Hackers: Spear Phishing Explained
AhnLab warns that artificial intelligence will amplify the sophistication of cyber attacks in 2026, making spear phishing a leading concern for cybersecurity.
Crypto
AMINA Bank Secures Hong Kong License for Institutional Crypto Trading
AMINA Bank has obtained a license to provide institutional crypto trading and custody services in Hong Kong.
Crypto News
Cryptojacking Incident: Former Digital River Employee Misused Company Resources for Personal Ethereum Profit
A former employee exploited Digital River’s systems to illegally mine Ethereum, facing probation instead of jail time.
Crypto
Understanding EtherHiding: Google's Discovery of Malware Targeting Cryptocurrency
A new technique named EtherHiding has surfaced, allowing North Korean hackers to stealthily deploy malware via compromised websites, putting cryptocurrency and sensitive information at risk.
Crypto News
The Prevalence of Private Key Leaks in Cryptocurrency Theft During Q3 2025
A recent report reveals that in the third quarter of 2025, private key leakage was the top cause of cryptocurrency theft, with substantial sums lost.
Security
Vulnerabilities Uncovered in Coinbase’s AI Coding Tool Due to CopyPasta Exploit
The newly identified 'CopyPasta License Attack' poses significant risks to AI coding assistants, especially for firms like Coinbase.
Business
A Victim's $91 Million Bitcoin Loss Following Social Engineering Scam
A recent investigation reveals that a fraudster masqueraded as a hardware wallet support agent, leading to the victim's loss of 783 BTC, valued at approximately $91 million.
Cybersecurity
Ransomware Group 'Embargo' Emerges, Possibly a Rebranding of BlackCat
The ransomware group known as Embargo has reportedly generated substantial profits since its inception, potentially indicating a rebranding from the now-defunct BlackCat operation.
Altcoins
Is North Korea's Lazarus Group Linked to the Recent $44 Million CoinDCX Theft?
A cybersecurity report indicates that the North Korean hacker group Lazarus may be responsible for a major security breach at CoinDCX, leading to a theft of $44.2 million.
Policy
U.S. Places Sanctions on North Korean IT Worker for Cyber Activities
The U.S. Treasury has added a North Korean individual to its blacklist over allegations of cyber espionage and facilitating IT jobs overseas.
Finance
Russian Malware Attack Intensifies Pressure on ICP Token Market
A recent cybersecurity analysis reveals a wave of fake crypto wallet extensions tied to Russian attackers, impacting the Internet Computer's token value as it dips below the $5 mark.
Crypto
Crypto's Toughest Six Months? Attacks Linked to North Korea Result in $2.1 Billion in Losses
A recent report by TRM Labs highlights significant losses for crypto investors due to cyberattacks, particularly from North Korea.
Blockchain
Decentralized Systems Inviting Cyber Attacks from North Korean Hackers
Exploring the vulnerabilities in Web3 as North Korean hackers exploit decentralized networks, emphasizing the need for better operational security.
Crypto
Israeli Hackers Mess Up $90 Million Crypto Heist: Is Cryptocurrency the New Warfare Frontier?
A deep dive into the latest cyberattacks amid the Israeli-Iranian conflict, highlighting a significant $90 million crypto theft implicating Iranian systems.
Crypto
Former FBI Agent Christopher Wong Joins TRM Labs to Combat Illicit Finance in Crypto
Christopher Wong, a notable ex-FBI agent acclaimed for leading major cryptocurrency investigations, is now part of TRM Labs to advance their capabilities in fighting financial crimes.
Business
Safe Launches New Development Unit to Bolster Security and Appeal to Institutions Amid Cyber Threats
In response to a major hack linked to North Korea, Safe has established a dedicated development unit named Safe Labs to streamline its operations and adapt to security demands.
Crypto
BitoPro Validates $11 Million Cyber Intrusion, Confirms Restoration of User Funds
BitoPro, a cryptocurrency exchange from Taiwan, has reported a successful recovery following a significant cyberattack that resulted in losses exceeding $11 million. The company is now ensuring user safety and accountability.
Security
New Self-Spreading Malware Takes Aim at Privacy Coin Dero
A sophisticated Linux malware campaign is leveraging unsecured Docker infrastructure to form a decentralized cryptojacking network focused on mining Dero.
