Okx, a Seychelles-based cryptocurrency exchange, clarified the information regarding a recent security incident that allowed unidentified criminals to take control of the accounts of a few customers, draining these. In a statement, Okx stressed that a third party had forged judicial documents and obtained user data, but that the users involved in this incident had […]
Over $300M in BTC Stolen From Japanese Exchange DMM Bitcoin in Major Security Breach
DMM Bitcoin, a subsidiary of DMM Group, has reported a significant security breach resulting in the theft of 4,502.9 bitcoin (BTC), valued at approximately $ 303 million. The Japanese cryptocurrency exchange detected the unauthorized transfer of funds from its wallet at 1:26 p.m. on Friday, May 31, 2024. In response, DMM Bitcoin has assured …
Pioneering Blockchain Security: CMO Xavier’s Strategic Leadership at Stake Vault Network
PRESS RELEASE. Stake Vault Network proudly introduces Mr. Xavier, the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), whose strategic vision and expertise are pivotal in revolutionizing staking and node authentication within the blockchain industry. Mr. Xavier’s leadership is essential to the platform’s mission of enhancing security, efficiency, and scalability. Stake Vault Network at a Glance Stake Vault Network […]
Quantum Computing Poses Critical Threats to Blockchain Security, Warns Expert
Professor Massimiliano Sala, a professor of Mathematics at the University of Trento, warns that quantum computing poses significant threats to blockchain security. He highlights that quantum computers could solve problems foundational to digital signatures, compromising user assets on blockchain platforms. To mitigate these risks, Sala emphasizes the need to transition to quantum-resistant cryptographic systems. He […]
Defi Protocol Sonne Finance Reports Major Security Breach, $20 Million Lost to Hackers
Sonne Finance, a decentralized liquidity market protocol, was hit by a cyberattack, with initial losses of $ 3 million in USD Coin and Wrapped Ethereum from its Optimism chain quickly escalating to $ 20 million, as detected by blockchain security firm Cyvers on May 15. Following the attack, Sonne Finance suspended its Optimism …