Wazirx Tells Users: Google’s Mandiant Confirms No Breach on Laptops During Cyberattack

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx says cybersecurity firm Mandiant, a Google subsidiary, has confirmed that Wazirx team laptops were not compromised during the $230 million cyberattack. The exchange added that attention is now focused on custodian Liminal’s wallet infrastructure, and the investigation’s findings have been shared with law enforcement and other agencies to assist in recovering … Read more

Wazirx: Crypto and INR Balance Solutions Top Priority, Urges Users Not to Panic

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has informed users that it is focusing on resolving issues related to INR and crypto balances. The exchange emphasized that both solutions require ongoing legal analysis and urged users not to panic. Wazirx acknowledged users’ frustration but cautioned that drastic actions could cause further delays. Wazirx’s Update on Top Priority Post … Read more

Wazirx Update: Trade Reversals Near Completion, 344 Bounty Entries Received

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx says it is close to completing the reversal of trades after the $230 million cyberattack. “We’re working with legal experts to help us formulate an effective method for enabling withdrawals,” the exchange stated. Additionally, Wazirx revealed that its bounty program has attracted 344 bounty hunters to help recover the stolen funds. … Read more

Wazirx to Reverse All Trades Made After Withdrawal Freeze

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has decided to reverse all trades made after withdrawals were halted following the recent cyberattack. The exchange announced that this process will take place over the next few days, with all users’ portfolio balances on the platform being restored to their July 18 post-hack levels. Wazirx to Reverse Trades Following Withdrawal … Read more

Wazirx Announces FIR Filing Following Major Cyberattack

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has updated users about the recent cyberattack, confirming the filing of a First Information Report (FIR) to address the hack. Cofounder Nischal Shetty emphasized that a police complaint was made the day after the attack. The FIR, filed nearly 20 days later, is part of an ongoing investigation by the Delhi … Read more

Coindcx Urges Wazirx to Reconsider Passing 45% Losses to Customers

The CEO of Indian crypto exchange Coindcx has criticized Wazirx’s approach in response to a recent $230 million cyberattack. Urging Wazirx to take responsibility, he stressed: “Making customers directly absorb the 45% losses is utter nonsense.” Wazirx is working to recover and reopen its platform, providing updates and taking legal actions, while assuring users about … Read more

Wazirx Says ‘Poll Is Not Final’ — Shares Additional Cyberattack Recovery Plan

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has assured users that the poll conducted to gather input for reopening the platform following the recent major cyberattack is not final and “not legally binding upon the users or Wazirx.” Co-founder Nischal Shetty explained that Wazirx “will soon launch a feedback form to collect more ideas.” He emphasized the importance … Read more

Wazirx Clarifies Recovery Options, Asset Valuation, and USDT Conversion After Cyberattack

Indian cryptocurrency exchange Wazirx has answered important questions from its users about the recent cyberattack. The platform explained its socialized loss strategy and the options users have to recover their assets. Additionally, users inquired about asset valuation and token conversion to USDT. Wazirx Addresses Key Questions Following Cyberattack On Saturday, Indian crypto exchange Wazirx addressed … Read more

Wazirx Details Plan to Resume Withdrawals and Trading — Insists Signers’ Machines Show ‘No Evidence of Compromise’

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has provided an update on its progress to enable users to withdraw funds and resume trading on its platform following a cyberattack that caused a loss of over $230 million. “Our preliminary investigation reveals no evidence of compromise on our signers’ machines. We are continuing to explore all possible sources of … Read more