Binance Says AI Security Prevented $10.53B in Losses
Binance reports its AI security systems prevented $10.53 billion in user losses between January 2025 and Q1 2026.
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NEAR Protocol Adds FIPS-204 Post-Quantum Keys to Network
NEAR Protocol is integrating FIPS-204 (ML-DSA), a NIST-approved post-quantum signature scheme, into its network.
Google Quantum AI warns Ethereum faces five attack paths
Google Quantum AI published a whitepaper mapping five quantum attack paths targeting Ethereum's encryption.
Ethereum Foundation Sets 2029 Target for L1 Quantum Upgrade
The Ethereum Foundation launched pq.ethereum.org on 24 March 2026, a public hub consolidating post-quantum research, EIPs, and a technical roadmap.
Ethereum Foundation launches security dashboard Feb 2026
The Ethereum Foundation launched its Trillion Dollar Security Dashboard on February 5, 2026.
North Korean KONNI Group Deploys AI-Generated Malware Against Blockchain Developers
North Korean APT group KONNI deployed AI-generated PowerShell backdoors targeting blockchain and cryptocurrency developers in Japan, Australia, and India.
BtcTurk hack exposes $48 million loss across Ethereum and Polygon
Turkey's BtcTurk exchange lost $48 million in a January 1 breach targeting hot wallets on Ethereum and Polygon.
MetaMask Security Alert: New 2FA Scam Steals Seed Phrases
MetaMask users are facing a sophisticated new phishing scam involving fake 2FA security checks.
CZ Issues Warning: Hardware Wallets Must Never Export Private Keys
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao warns that hardware wallets are insecure if they allow private keys to be exported for any reason.
Matter Labs Drops 'ZK' Trademark Plans After Backlash
Matter Labs Drops 'ZK' Trademark Plans After Backlash
HyperLiquid Tightens Security After JELLY Crash
HyperLiquid refunds JELLY traders and boosts security after $230M squeeze, but critics question its fast action and true commitment to decentralization.
"Trust in Ledger's Protection of Seed Phrases Hangs in the Balance as Users Weigh Options"
The article discusses the importance of self-custody and security in crypto, examines Ledger's recent rollout of Ledger Recover and the concerns raised by the community, and suggests potential solutions to enhance trust and transparency.
Swaprum Decentralized Exchange Allegedly Conducts Rug-Pull, Swiping $3 Million in Customer Deposits
Swaprum, an Arbitrum-based decentralized exchange (DEX), is accused of conducting a rug-pull and stealing $3 million worth of customer deposits, leading to concerns about the platform's security and the role of auditors in ensuring user protection.
Financial Deception in Divorce Cases Reveals Challenges of Cryptocurrency Assets
A CNBC report reveals the challenges faced by the legal system in divorce cases involving cryptocurrency assets, as hidden crypto investments are discovered, highlighting the need for specialized forensic investigators and the complexities of tracing and accounting for crypto assets.
Ledger CEO Addresses Privacy Concerns over Seed Phrase Handling
Ledger CEO confirms potential government access to seed phrases but asserts user control and downplays privacy concerns surrounding the optional Ledger Recover upgrade.
Binance's Bold Move: Seizing Millions in Cryptocurrency from North Korean Groups
Binance Takes Action: Seizes $4.4 Million in Cryptocurrency Linked to North Korean Organizations, Disrupting Illicit Funding.
Beware: FBI Exposes Dark Side of Job Ads in Southeast Asia - Crypto Scams Trap Innocent Workers!
FBI warns of fake job ads luring people to Southeast Asia for forced participation in crypto scams, highlighting the need for caution and vigilance.
Massive Crypto Heist: Jimbos Protocol Loses $7.5M in DeFi Breach, Sending Shockwaves Through the Industry!
Jimbos Protocol, a decentralized finance (DeFi) service, recently suffered a significant hack, losing 4,000 Ether (approximately $7.5 million), leading to a 40% drop in its token value amid ongoing security challenges in the DeFi sector.
Hackers Target CEO of The Sandbox, Promote Fake Token Airdrop: Urgent Caution Advised!
The CEO of The Sandbox, Arthur Madrid, warns users of a Twitter hack promoting a fake token airdrop, urging caution and reporting while the company takes action to address the situation.
Major Crypto Breach Hits Nigeria: Trading Platform Suspends Withdrawals
Patricia, a Nigerian crypto trading platform, has temporarily halted fund withdrawals due to a security breach compromising its Bitcoin and naira assets, and is enhancing security measures while working with law enforcement to recover lost assets.
South Korean Authorities Bust $350 Million Crypto Scam Networks
South Korean authorities have cracked down on two alleged cryptocurrency scams, collectively worth around $350 million, involving a "virtual fashion items" marketplace and a fraudulent investment company, leading to multiple indictments and the prevention of a suspect from leaving the country.
Bitcoin Millionaire and Crypto Pioneer Found Dead in Mysterious Circumstances: An Untold Story of the Crypto World
Co-founder of the crypto project ONFO coin, Dr. John Forsyth, was found dead from a gunshot wound a week after his sudden disappearance, with police not currently suspecting foul play.
FATF Slams Qatar Over Crypto Control Lapses
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has criticized Qatar Central Bank for weak enforcement of virtual asset regulations, while acknowledging its progress in beneficial ownership data collection, and highlighted Qatar's exploration of a central bank digital currency.
Crypto Heist: Users Report $20M in Assets Stolen from Atomic Wallet!
Atomic Wallet is investigating numerous user reports of sudden crypto theft, with an estimated total loss of at least $20 million across several cryptocurrencies, according to on-chain analyst ZachXBT.
