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New ‘overlay attacks’ are a growing threat to crypto users — security CEO
18.7.2024
The attackers are creating fake overlays to trick users into providing login credentials for financial services apps, including potentially for crypto exchanges
XLink onboards Fireblocks, Ancilia to prevent another $10M hack
17.6.2024
The partnerships provide MPC technology, significantly improving security measures compared to traditional multisig solutions or single private keys
CBDCs' threat to freedom put under the microscope at Oslo conference
11.6.2024
Attendees of the 2024 Oslo Freedom Forum were united in addressing the threat that central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) pose to freedom around the globe
Financial institutions face rising threat from sophisticated AI fraud
30.5.2024
Many financial institutions are struggling to keep up with the rising sophistication of AI-driven fraud, creating a critical need for enhanced detection and prevention methods
Security-Focused Crypto ISAC Debuts With Founding Members Including Coinbase, Kraken, Circle
30.5.2024
The Crypto ISAC (Information Sharing and Analysis Center) launches on Wednesday as a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit association dedicated to bolstering security within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Its founding members include Aleo, Circle, Coinbase, Consensys, Evertas, Fireblocks, Hedera, Kraken...
Central banks turn to generative AI for enhanced cybersecurity: BIS
28.5.2024
Central banks are increasingly adopting generative AI for cybersecurity, with a BIS report indicating that 71% are already using it and more planning to follow
CatCoin demands BitForex resolve token withdrawals, hints at lawsuit
24.5.2024
The CatCoin team urged BitForex to respond to their grievances via a designated email address, marking a last-ditch effort before potentially escalating the matter further
ESET And Dutch Police Uncover Ebury Botnet’s Crypto Theft Operation
23.5.2024
The Dutch authorities and Slovakian cybersecurity company ESET discovered a significant cryptocurrency theft connected to the infamous Ebury botnet. This botnet poses a serious threat to the industry because it has hacked more than 400,000 systems in the last 15 years.
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Bitcoin ETFs are 'orange FOMO poker chips' that siphon on-chain funds back into TradFi
20.5.2024
Bitcoin’s goal of creating a decentralized financial system may be challenged by ETFs “dragging money back into the TradFi world,” according to the macro researcher
Popular Emulator Changes Logo After Adobe Sends Legal Threat
17.5.2024
The people behind the immensely popular iOS retro game emulator, Delta, have been forced to quickly change the app’s logo after receiving legal threats from Adobe and warnings from Apple. Read more
Big miners pose a growing threat to Bitcoin
16.5.2024
As of May, AntPool and Foundry USA controlled more than 50% of Bitcoin's hash rate. That could become a problem for Bitcoin users in the near future
US Senate Votes to Overturn SEC’s Controversial Crypto Rules — Biden’s Veto Threat Looms
16.5.2024
The U.S. Senate has voted to overturn the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s controversial SAB 121, which imposes regulatory burdens on digital asset custodians. The resolution also passed in the House and now faces a veto threat from President Joe Biden. Last week, the White House...
U.S. Senate Votes to Kill SEC's Crypto Accounting Policy, Testing Biden's Veto Threat
16.5.2024
The U.S. Senate joined the House of Representatives on Thursday in seeking to erase the controversial Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) crypto policy known as Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121, though President Joe Biden has vowed to veto the resolution
‘Sic AI’s on each other’ to solve artificial intelligence threat: David Brin, author
9.5.2024
Best-selling sci-fi author David Brin says AIs could be made to police each other under threat of losing blockchain-based registration
Japan's Embrace of Web3 Uncertain as Ruling Party Under Threat
29.4.2024
Liberal Democratic Party leader and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida once called Web3 a “new form of capitalism,” but he faces a party leadership election in September
Fireblocks Launches DeFi Threat Protection Tools For Institutions
25.4.2024
Fireblocks is protecting its customers from DeFi hacks and scams using new automated tools to identify malicious blockchain programs.
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Crypto Custody Firm Fireblocks Now Offers DeFi Threat Detection for Institutions
24.4.2024
The products check decentralized applications across 40+ blockchains via WalletConnect, Fireblocks’ browser extension, and MetaMask Institutional
Velvet Capital, Backed by Binance Labs, Temporarily Offline Due to Phishing Attack Risk
23.4.2024
Recognizing the potential threat, Velvet Capital swiftly initiated internal investigations and issued a cybersecurity alert advising investors to refrain from approving wallet connection requests until further notice.
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White Hat Hacker Team SEAL Launches Threat-Sharing Platform for Crypto
17.4.2024
The Security Alliance (SEAL), a white-hat hacker collective, introduces SEAL ISAC – a platform designed to bolster crypto security through collaborative threat intelligence sharing. SEAL ISAC offers resources, facilitates expert connections, and empowers the crypto community to combat cyberattacks....
Crypto Lawyer John Deaton Is Outraising Elizabeth Warren In Election Campaign
13.4.2024
John Deaton, a beacon of the crypto industry running for U.S. senate, is beginning to look like a legitimate threat to Elizabeth Warren's seat.
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