Cryptocurrency Security

North Korean Hackers Drain $500M in Crypto in Two Weeks, Targeting DeFi Vulnerabilities

North Korean Hackers Drain $500M in Crypto in Two Weeks, Targeting DeFi Vulnerabilities

Two major breaches linked to North Korean hackers have stolen over $500 million in cryptocurrency from DeFi platforms Kelp DAO and Drift, highlighting systemic security flaws and prompting concerns for exchanges like Coinbase.

April 24, 2026
North Korean Hackers Target Wealthy Crypto Holders in Record $2 Billion Theft

North Korean Hackers Target Wealthy Crypto Holders in Record $2 Billion Theft

North Korean hackers have stolen over $2 billion in cryptocurrency from wealthy holders worldwide in 2025, marking a significant escalation in state-sponsored cybercrime that threatens global financial security.

October 14, 2025
Web3Firewall Launches First SIEM Platform Purpose-Built for Cryptocurrency Security

Web3Firewall Launches First SIEM Platform Purpose-Built for Cryptocurrency Security

Web3Firewall has developed the first Security Information and Event Management platform specifically designed for Web3 and cryptocurrency ecosystems, addressing critical security gaps that have hampered institutional adoption of digital assets.

September 30, 2025
Sekur Private Data Partners With RichTV.io to Target Cryptocurrency Community With Secure Communications Platform

Sekur Private Data Partners With RichTV.io to Target Cryptocurrency Community With Secure Communications Platform

Sekur Private Data Ltd. has signed a distribution agreement with RichTV.io to promote its Swiss-hosted secure communications solutions to cryptocurrency enthusiasts, expanding its market reach while preparing to accept crypto payments by December 2025.

August 19, 2025
Sweden Intensifies Crackdown on Cryptocurrency Linked to Criminal Activities

Sweden Intensifies Crackdown on Cryptocurrency Linked to Criminal Activities

Swedish authorities are ramping up efforts to seize cryptocurrencies suspected of criminal links, signaling a broader move against illicit financial flows in the digital currency space.

July 11, 2025
Rising Crypto Attacks Prompt Calls for Enhanced Security Measures

Rising Crypto Attacks Prompt Calls for Enhanced Security Measures

The increasing value of digital currencies has led to a surge in violent attacks against crypto traders and investors, highlighting the urgent need for stronger security policies in the industry.

July 3, 2025
Rising Crypto Kidnappings Highlight Security Challenges in Digital Wealth

Rising Crypto Kidnappings Highlight Security Challenges in Digital Wealth

The kidnapping of Michael Valentino Carturan, a crypto entrepreneur, underscores the growing security risks faced by individuals with significant digital assets, prompting industry-wide scrutiny of safety measures.

June 12, 2025
Rise in 'Wrench Attacks' Highlights Growing Threat to Crypto Investors

Rise in 'Wrench Attacks' Highlights Growing Threat to Crypto Investors

A recent kidnapping case in New York underscores the violent methods criminals are using to steal cryptocurrencies, signaling an urgent need for enhanced security measures in the digital asset space.

June 6, 2025
Google Study Reveals Potential Quantum Threat to Bitcoin's Security

Google Study Reveals Potential Quantum Threat to Bitcoin's Security

A recent Google-affiliated study suggests quantum computers could more easily break Bitcoin's encryption than previously thought, raising significant concerns about cryptocurrency security and the urgent need for adaptive technologies.

June 2, 2025
Quantum BioPharma Enhances Digital Asset Security with BitGo Partnership

Quantum BioPharma Enhances Digital Asset Security with BitGo Partnership

Quantum BioPharma has selected BitGo Trust Company to provide institutional-grade cryptocurrency custody, signaling a strategic move to strengthen digital asset management and security infrastructure.

May 21, 2025
France Introduces Enhanced Security Measures for Cryptocurrency Entrepreneurs

France Introduces Enhanced Security Measures for Cryptocurrency Entrepreneurs

The French government is implementing targeted security protocols to protect cryptocurrency professionals amid rising safety concerns, offering specialized support to mitigate potential risks in the volatile crypto industry.

May 20, 2025
UN Report Reveals Cryptocurrency Mining's Dark Side: Powering Global Cybercrime

UN Report Reveals Cryptocurrency Mining's Dark Side: Powering Global Cybercrime

A United Nations report exposes how illegal cryptocurrency mining has become a primary revenue stream for cybercrime syndicates, highlighting growing digital security risks in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

April 25, 2025
Crypto Industry Leaders Push for Decentralized Infrastructure Amid Rising Cybercrime Threats

Crypto Industry Leaders Push for Decentralized Infrastructure Amid Rising Cybercrime Threats

Rising cybercrime in cryptocurrency markets prompts industry leaders, including Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin and DCG's Barry Silbert, to advocate for scalable decentralized infrastructure as a solution to security vulnerabilities in centralized systems.

February 4, 2025