After $6.34B Binance Hack, $891M May Have Been Laundered
Following the $6.34 billion Binance hack, $891 million in assets may have been moved or laundered, raising concerns about security in crypto.
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Crypto debit cards leave brands exposed to failures upstream
Crypto debit card failures have exposed how little control some wallet and fintech brands hold over their payment services, with a $1.1 million Rain contract exploit illustrating the risks of shared infrastructure. Ron Tarter, co-founder and CEO of MNEE App,…
North Korea Is Creating Fake Meme Coins to Launder Millions From the $6.4B Binance Hack
Six meme coins created on NEAR helped North Korean hackers move stolen funds, with almost no genuine trading activity involved.
XRP Ledger Targets Quantum-Resistant Upgrade by 2028—The Risks and Costs
The XRP Ledger Foundation has outlined a proposed upgrade to protect XRP accounts and network validators against future quantum computing attacks, detailing the technical requirements, costs, and potential challenges of adopting quantum-resistant cryptography.
CSA News Warns Investors About Common Crypto Scam Red Flags
CSA News has issued a warning about common red flags in crypto scams, emphasizing the risks of guaranteed returns.
Mercado Bitcoin to resume cash withdrawals after $49M hack
Starting next week, customers can deposit and withdraw money through Brazil’s instant payment system. Crypto transfers remain suspended.
Apple iOS Vulnerability Puts Crypto Wallets at Risk as Binance Issues Warning
Binance issued an urgent security warning Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026, concerning an iOS vulnerability known as “worse_query,” which could expose cryptocurrency wallet seed phrases, private keys, and login credentials.
Binance Flags iOS Flaw That Could Expose Crypto Wallet Keys Across Ecosystem
Binance warned that the worse_query vulnerability affecting iOS 26.7.1, 27.0.1 and 27.2 could let malicious apps read local files from other applications, exposing wallet credentials.
Don’t Store Crypto on iPhone, Ledger CTO Says
Ledger CTO Charles Guillemet has warned crypto holders against storing recovery phrases on iPhones following Binance's urgent alert over a dangerous iOS vulnerability, with the warning coming just weeks after Ledger's own hardware wallet security scandal.
NEAR Protocol Introduces AI Swarms Track, Fostering
NEAR Protocol announces an AI Swarms hackathon track aimed at revolutionizing blockchain collaboration.
XRP drops 24% in four weeks, pressured by stolen asset conversions
XRP's decline highlights vulnerabilities in crypto markets, emphasizing the impact of illicit activities on asset stability and investor confidence.
XRP Drops 24% in Four Weeks, Lagging Bitcoin and Ether
XRP's seven-day loss reached 18.3%, compared with bitcoin's 5.7% decline, as conversions of stolen XRP into bitcoin continued.
Binance Tells iPhone Users to Delete Sideloaded Apps Over iOS Exploit
Binance says the flaw could expose seed phrases and keys on iPhones.
Proton Mail: Your Crypto Security Starts With Your Inbox
Security breaches have remained one of the biggest challenges facing the crypto industry. Some projects have even become defunct after devastating security attacks that wiped millions of dollars from their balance sheets. Crypto users are also frequent targets of phishing attacks and account compromises.
Linea switches on Phylax’s Credible Layer to block exploits before they settle
Linea's proactive security integration could redefine DeFi safety standards, but its effectiveness hinges on widespread adoption and robust rule-setting.
Onramp Launches Business Bitcoin Accounts With Two-Person Withdrawal Approvals as Wrench Attacks Climb
Onramp Launches Business Bitcoin Accounts With Two-Person Withdrawal Approvals as Wrench Attacks Climb The Austin firm rolled out a free company account with named users and second-person withdrawal approvals, plus a higher Treasury tier that splits keys across three institutions.
Apple and Google push iOS and Chrome updates as crypto wallet attacks pile up
iPhone and Chrome browser users got new updates on the same day as Apple and Google moved to plug security vulnerabilities on two of the most popular platforms among crypto users.
Binance Labs-backed Initia hacked again, $3.3M lost in three weeks
Two incidents on Initia have seen a combined $3.3M lost in less than three weeks, more than the chain's remaining TVL.
Dormant Ethereum Wallet Moves $4.6M Safely, Dodging Address-Poisoning Scam
An Ethereum wallet dormant since the network’s 2015 launch moved 2,154.94 ETH worth about $4.6 million after first sending a small test transaction. Within three minutes, attackers launched an address-poisoning attempt using lookalike addresses and repeated dust transfers designed to contaminate the wallet’s transaction history.…
$179M in crypto longs liquidated in one hour after hot October CPI
The rapid liquidation highlights crypto's vulnerability to macroeconomic data, underscoring the interconnectedness with traditional finance.
Ethereum Wallet Moves $4.6 Million After 11 Years And Avoids Crypto Scam
An early Ethereum wallet has returned to activity after more than a decade, transferring approximately $4.6 million worth of ETH while successfully avoiding an attempted cryptocurrency scam.
North Korea Hackers Launches Elon Musk Memecoins to Launder $6.4B Binance Hack
North Korea memecoins featuring Elon Musk are helping launder funds from the $6.4B Binance hack. Here's what happens.
Binance warns iPhone users about iOS bug that could expose private keys
The iOS vulnerability highlights the critical need for robust app security, as it poses significant risks to crypto users' financial assets.
Ethereum Test Payment Draws $4.6M Scam Attempt
An Ethereum wallet dating to 2015 transferred approximately $4.6 million after more than a decade without outgoing transactions. The wallet attracted suspicious transfers within three minutes of sending a 0.05 ETH test payment.
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Scammers Fake 'Ryoshi' to Push 137 Scam Tokens and Dupe Investors
SHIB deployer scam uncovered with crypto users urged to take caution.
Polymarket adds 48-hour withdrawal lock after $2.7M script breach
Polymarket has added a new setting that only allows traders to send withdrawals to pre-approved wallets. The feature arrives about two weeks after a hacked script drained around $2.7 million from user accounts. What does Polymarket’s new withdrawal lock do?
Your iPhone Duo Under Attack? Binance Flags Dangerous iOS Security Flaw
Binance warns iPhone users that an iOS flaw could expose crypto seed phrases, private keys, and login credentials through malicious apps.
Binance Cautions iPhone Users on iOS Vulnerability Targeting Crypto Wallets
Binance says the worse_query flaw affects iOS 26.7.1, 27.0.1, and 27.2, risking seed phrases and keys. Attackers use disguised sideloaded apps, such as fake file managers from Telegram, to exploit the flaw.
Initia halts blockchain after $615K exploit as INIT price surges over 60%
Initia halts its blockchain after a $615K exploit involving compromised rollup keys, while INIT rises 61% and investigators trace unauthorized transfers.
Apple iOS Updates Leave Binance Wallet Warning Unresolved
Binance warned iPhone users on November 10 about the worse_query iOS vulnerability. Researcher forcequitOS published a proof of concept on November 8. The research identifies an App Group entitlement as a prerequisite for the demonstrated technique.