WazirX Faces $234M Hack, Users Could Lose 40% Of Funds Amid Restructuring Efforts

WazirX, a prominent Indian cryptocurrency exchange, has informed its users that they could face significant losses following a major security breach in July 2024 that resulted in the theft of $234 million. The platform is currently undergoing a restructuring process and has sought time from Singapore’s high court to devise a swift recovery plan to … Read more

WazirX Users Get Partial Relief, But Crypto Withdrawals Remain Frozen

It’s been a tumultuous month for WazirX users, following the devastating cyberattack on July 18, 2024, which prompted the platform to suspend withdrawals and trading. After weeks of intense efforts, the WazirX team has finally outlined a plan to address users’ pressing concerns regarding cryptocurrency and INR balances. 📢 Important Announcement About INR Withdrawals and … Read more

Whale Loses $55.47M DAI In Phishing Attack: A Cautionary Tale

In a devastating phishing attack, a crypto whale lost 55.47 million DAI due to a careless mistake. The incident unfolded when the whale unknowingly signed an unknown transaction 13 hours ago, inadvertently setting the owner of his 55.47 million DAI in Maker to a phishing address: “0x0000db5c…41e70000.” This critical error allowed the attacker to gain … Read more

WazirX Hack Leaves Users In Limbo: Calls For Immediate Action Intensify

It has been 26 days since WazirX suffered a major security breach, and users are still left in the dark regarding the fate of their funds. The prolonged freeze on withdrawals has sparked widespread frustration, especially as users struggle to access their money during critical times. Pushpendra Singh, co-founder of Pushpendra Tech, has once again … Read more

Ronin Network Faces New Security Scare Involving $9.33 Million

The Ronin blockchain, widely known for its association with the popular game Axie Infinity, is under scrutiny once again. According to PeckShield, Ronin is suspected of being hacked, with an estimated $9.33 million at risk. This comes in the wake of a major security breach in March 2022, where Axie Infinity’s sidechain, Ronin Network, suffered … Read more

FBI Seizes Cryptocurrency Linked to North Korean Ransomware

A grand jury in Kansas City indicted North Korean national Rim Jong Hyok for his role in a conspiracy involving ransomware attacks on U.S. hospitals and healthcare providers. The group laundered cryptocurrency proceeds and used the funds for further cyber intrusions into global defense, technology, and government entities. The ransomware attacks disrupted patient care and … Read more

Monoswapio Hack: Users Urged To Withdraw Funds Amid Security Breach

Monoswapio, a prominent staking platform, recently suffered a significant security breach, prompting immediate warnings to users to refrain from staking or adding additional funds. The platform has advised users with any staked positions to withdraw their assets immediately to prevent potential losses. The breach occurred when one of Monoswapio’s developers inadvertently installed a phishing application … Read more

Huione Marketplace Involved In Laundering $35M From DMM Bitcoin Hack

In July 2024, over $35 million from the infamous $305 million DMM Bitcoin hack has been laundered through the online marketplace Huione Guarantee. Suspicions point to the Lazarus Group, known for sophisticated laundering techniques and off-chain indicators linked to similar cyberattacks. Tether’s Response and Laundering Path Over the weekend, Tether took action by blacklisting a … Read more

Minterest Protocol Hacked For $1.4M In Security Breach

The Minterest protocol recently suffered a security breach resulting in the loss of approximately $1.4 million in assets. The exploit occurred on the Mantle chain, with the attacker funded by TornadoCash on the Ethereum (ETH) chain. All stolen funds on the Mantle chain have since been bridged to ETH. 🚨ALERT🚨@Minterest has encountered a security breach … Read more