Hacks, exploits, scams, vulnerabilities, and protocol breaches
Quantum computing poses risks to blockchain encryption, potentially exposing assets worth trillions. Ethereum Foundation counters this by launching a specialized team and $2 million in prizes. These steps enhance network resilience in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
The stablecoin market has exceeded $300 billion in capitalization by early 2026, yet Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin cautions about unresolved issues in decentralized variants. He identifies USD dependency, oracle vulnerabilities, and staking yield conflicts as major risks. These flaws could impact DeFi security and long-term adoption.
The latest Ledger data breach exposed customer details through a third-party processor, renewing fears in the crypto market. Experts highlight privacy as crucial to counter rising phishing threats. Discover practical steps to safeguard your assets amid growing security challenges.
A premeditated knife attack in Taipei killed three civilians and left 11 injured, with the suspect dying in a fall. This rare violence exposes gaps in urban safety protocols. Authorities now push for tighter regulations on dangerous items.
Russia has welcomed Trump's revised US national security strategy, calling it aligned with Moscow's vision. This shift could ease tensions but raises questions about crypto security and regulation. Discover how it affects digital assets amid deregulation trends.
Hamas raised over $1 million via crypto for operations, per reports. Now, UN approval of Trump's Gaza plan targets demilitarization. How does this affect crypto security and regulation?
The UN's recent extension of its peacekeeping force in Abyei highlights ongoing border tensions. Could web3 technologies enhance security and aid delivery? Explore how blockchain innovates in conflict zones.
Sanctioned entities funneled $15.8 billion through crypto in 2024. The UN's rejection of a delay on Iran sanctions amplifies evasion concerns. How will this reshape DeFi security and regulation?
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East triggered $370 million in crypto liquidations after Israel's Doha strike. This event highlights vulnerabilities in web3 ecosystems amid ongoing Gaza violence. Experts warn of tighter regulations to curb misuse in conflict zones.
In 2025, cybercriminals have stolen over $2.17 billion from crypto services, with AI bots playing a key role in these heists. As technology advances, digital thieves exploit AI for sophisticated scams in CeFi and DeFi. How can investors protect their assets amid this surge?
Fourteen UN Security Council members endorse the IPC's declaration of famine in Gaza as a man-made crisis. The US stands alone in dissent, exposing rifts in international security and humanitarian regulations.
The FBI raid on John Bolton's home exposes Trump's strategy to silence dissenters. Protecting Bolton upholds free speech and checks executive overreach.
Quantum technology poses potential risks to Bitcoin's cryptography, especially as quantum hardware advances. Developers are actively working to upgrade security measures to safeguard digital assets.
Kroll is under legal scrutiny after a data breach led to widespread phishing attacks targeting FTX creditors. The lawsuit highlights significant security failures with implications for crypto creditor protection.
China issues urgent security warning over biometric data collection by crypto firms, emphasizing risks to privacy and national security. The move highlights growing concerns about biometric technology misuse in digital assets.
Nexus Mutual has paid approximately $250,000 to Arcadia Finance users affected by July’s DeFi hack on Base. This incident highlights the growing importance of insurance in decentralized finance security.
A 19-year-old's audacious theft of $243 million in Bitcoin was revealed during a live stream. This case highlights the vulnerabilities in crypto security and social engineering tactics used by hackers.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro visits Haiti to enhance security collaboration. His efforts aim to combat rampant gang violence and drug trafficking.
Arcadia Finance faced a significant security breach, losing $2.5 million in cryptocurrency. The exploit involved a vulnerability in the Rebalancer contract on the Base blockchain.
A massive leak of over 16 billion passwords from major online services threatens crypto wallets and accounts. Experts warn of increased cyberattack risks, emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures in crypto ecosystems.
Bybit‘s market share climbed in 2025, even after it was hacked for $1.5 billion, while trading volumes on the top 10 exchanges rose by 7.6% on average last year....
The world's largest cryptocurrency has shed nearly $10,000 over the past 24 hours, now threatening to take out its recent November low just under $81,000....
The bitcoin-friendly nation's central bank now holds over $360 million of the yellow metal, while the government, led by President Nayib Bukele, has bitcoin holdings worth $635 million....
Circle’s rising correlation with ether and DeFi exposure drives the re-rating, despite valuation and competition concerns....
Thursday's decline showed that, despite hopes for being a macro hedge, bitcoin continues to trade like the riskiest of risk assets when markets turn lower....
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation....
With crypto prices and crypto-related stocks in the midst of a major selloff today, Securitize SPAC merger partner Cantor Equity Partners II is higher by 4.4% on the news....
With Commodity Futures Trading Commission head Mike Selig new in the role, the agencies held a "harmonization" event to show they're side-by-side....
Bellwether crypto exchange Coinbase was lower for an 8th straight session on Thursday to its weakest level since May....
The rollout of Aero, targeted for the second quarter of 2026, will take direct aim at incumbents like Uniswap and Curve, the team told CoinDesk....
Traders are watching $1.80 as near-term support, with $1.87–$1.90 now the key resistance zone....
The token broke below key support at $0.1218 on heavy volume, turning that level into near-term resistance even after a brief bounce from around $0.115....
Bitcoin price just fell through that price floor it's been bouncing off for two months. Now charts might be pointing to $75,000 as next level to watch....
SEC Chair Paul Atkins and CFTC Chair Mike Selig said they are working with the Senate to get a crypto market structure bill over the line....
While precious metals and stocks bounce from their worst levels of the session, crypto remains near the day's low....
Learn how Binance.US uses independent third-party audits and multi-layered safeguards to provide a secure environment for your digital assets....
The market structure legislation for the first time advanced beyond a committee, setting up the next steps that could end with a vote of the overall chamber....
A year after issuing an open letter to the incoming Trump administration, crypto law experts reflect on their regulatory advice....
According to the report, $13.5 million will be allocated to security grants distributed through DAO-style mechanisms...
Banks are embracing stablecoins and tokenized deposits as a means to upgrade their financial infrastructure, but they are approaching the two technologies differently....