Solana Supply Chain Attack: Developers Scramble to Mitigate Risks as Six-Figure Losses Surface
A targeted supply chain breach in the Solana Web3.js library exposed private keys, leading to six-figure losses for affected users. This incident highlights the growing sophistication of blockchain threats and underscores the need for stronger security measures in decentralized ecosystems.
M2 Crypto Exchange Suffers $13.7M Hack: Swift Response Ensures Full Fund Recovery for Users
In a striking Halloween breach, the UAE-based M2 crypto exchange faced a significant security incident, resulting in $13.7 million in stolen digital assets, including...
How AurumXchange’s Unlicensed Operations Funneled Millions from Silk Road: A Case of Crypto, Crime,...
The DOJ has charged Maximiliano Pilipis, operator of AurumXchange, with laundering millions linked to Silk Road. The case underscores ongoing regulatory challenges as crypto’s pseudo-anonymity attracts misuse on dark markets.
Global Operation Shuts Down Russian-Linked Crypto Crime Networks, Seizes $1.15 Billion in Laundered Funds
In a major global operation, U.S. and European authorities seized cryptocurrency exchanges linked to Russian cybercriminals, shutting down networks responsible for laundering over $1.15 billion. This case highlights the increasing use of blockchain analytics to track illicit funds across decentralized financial systems.
SEC Scores Victory in $18M Green United Crypto Mining Fraud: What It Means for...
The SEC has advanced its lawsuit against Green United, a company accused of defrauding investors out of $18 million through a fake crypto mining scheme. The case, involving the sale of fraudulent "Green Boxes" marketed as mining non-existent tokens, highlights regulatory efforts to crack down on crypto scams and protect investors.