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Binance targets full reopening of withdrawals by next week
Binance is set to restore withdrawals across all networks and assets by the end of next week. This decision comes after recovering 95% of the $6.3 billion lost in the October hack, which the FBI attributes to North Korean actors, though the nation denies any involvement. Binance pledges to fully reimburse affected clients as operations return to normal.
Binance targets full reopening of withdrawals by next week
Binance is set to allow withdrawals for all remaining networks and assets by the end of next week, following a major security breach last month that led to a staggering $6.3 billion theft. Earlier this week, the exchange resumed withdrawals for 87 networks, covering 95% of the tokens taken. The FBI has tied the hack to North Korea, a claim that the regime disputes.
Nvidia scandal just the tip of the iceberg? How China's spy machine plays a bigger game
The exit of Jensen Huang from Nvidia stems from serious allegations surrounding an extramarital affair linked to potential Chinese intelligence ties. This issue has evolved from a corporate scandal to a national security threat, sparking probes.
Nvidia scandal: The AI arms race puts human spies back into the game
The Nvidia controversy involving CEO Jensen Huang and a woman suspected by US intelligence of having links to Beijing has renewed concerns over corporate espionage in the AI industry. Recent cases involving OpenAI and Google have also highlighted risks from insiders and traditional spying methods.
Binance CFO Kaiser Ng steps down, Justin Yek named new finance chief
The announcement comes just over a week after Binance said hackers stole cryptocurrency in a sophisticated attack that began months earlier with the compromise of several employees' computers.
Binance $6.3 billion heist to prompt closer scrutiny by insurers
Following the $6.3 billion Binance heist, insurers are stepping up their scrutiny of cryptocurrency firms' security measures. During policy renewals, they will inquire about vulnerabilities exposed by the Binance incident. This reassessment could lead to new security prerequisites and an overhaul of risk evaluations. The event underscores the inadequacies of existing insurance solutions in the crypto landscape. Insurers will likely keep a vigilant eye on developments as the sector progresses.
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From SBI to Binance, how financial institutions are becoming cyberattack targets
Recent incidents involving cryptocurrency exchange Binance and Indian public sector lender State Bank of India (SBI) have once again put the spotlight on the issue. While Binance reported a security breach involving unauthorised cryptocurrency withdrawals estimated at around $6.3 billion, SBI is investigating a suspected data leak involving nearly 3,900 customer records.
'A trite provocation': North Korea denies involvement in $6 billion Binance hack, criticizes FBI probe
North Korea has rejected the claims of its involvement in the recent Binance cryptocurrency theft exceeding USD 6 billion. The FBI had accused North Korean hackers of orchestrating the heist, linking it to previous cyber incidents. Kim Yo Jong noted that the US has a history of making such accusations against North Korea.
Binance’s $6.3 billion hack dwarfs Bybit's $ 1.5 billion breach: Is cryptocurrency theft getting bigger?
Binance has recently reported a major security breach impacting approximately $6.3 billion in digital assets. After the hack, the exchange temporarily suspended withdrawals while assessing their security systems. Hackers allegedly linked to North Korea have raised concerns about the effectiveness of security measures in cryptocurrency exchanges. Investigators are working to trace the stolen funds and recover as many assets as possible.
Dollar rangebound ahead of US midterms; bitcoin reels from crypto heist
Major currencies remained steady as traders evaluated the upcoming US midterm elections and significant economic data. Bitcoin and Ether experienced losses after a major security breach at Binance, raising investor concerns. The euro hovered near a 17-month low following Fitch's revision of France's outlook to negative. Hedge funds reportedly faced significant losses that could limit market reactions to election results.
North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say
Blockchain investigation firms TRM Labs and Chainalysis attribute the heist to a North Korean hacking group known as "TraderTraitor," a name used in a 2022 joint warning from the FBI, CISA and US Treasury that described how hackers used malicious software and other tricks to target software developers and IT staff at cryptocurrency companies.
What to know about the $6.3B hack on Binance, likely the biggest-ever crypto theft
Binance says hackers stole more than $6 billion in what is being described as the largest cryptocurrency heist on record, with blockchain intelligence firms linking the attack to North Korea’s TraderTraitor hacking unit. The exchange has set aside $6.34 billion to cover losses, frozen about $3 billion in affected assets with partners and says it will reimburse users while investigators trace the stolen funds.
Who are the hackers suspected in Binance's $6.3 billion crypto theft? Are they state-backed groups?
Binance's $6.3 billion hack: The $6.3 billion theft from Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has drawn attention to North Korea's suspected role in major cyberattacks. Blockchain intelligence firms believe a North Korean hacking group called TraderTraitor was behind the incident. However, Binance has not confirmed the identity of the attackers, and investigations are still underway.
Crypto's biggest-ever heist: How hackers stole $6.3 billion in Binance in just 20 minutes
Binance, on Friday, reported a significant security breach that resulted in the theft of $6.3 billion in cryptocurrencies. An initial investigation revealed that a compromised laptop enabled unauthorized withdrawal transactions. Approximately half of the stolen assets were stablecoins, which issuers have reportedly frozen to limit the attackers' activities. Blockchain analysis firms suggested that the breach shares similarities with previous North Korean hacker operations.
Biggest crypto heist in history: How Binance’s $6 billion hack rattled markets and what it means for investors?
Binance is investigating a reported security breach estimated to have caused $6.3 billion in losses, with North Korea-linked hackers suspected by TRM Labs. The exchange says user funds are safe and has pledged to cover all losses.
What to know about the AI-detected security bug impacting wide swaths of the internet
PHP is a widely used general-purpose scripting language that is geared toward web development, and thus, it powers the majority of websites around the world. When the organization behind the language and the FBI's cyber division warned Wednesday of significant vulnerabilities in the language, government agencies, corporations and other organizations were sent into a flurry.
Rush is on to patch a software vulnerability that could impact 70% of websites worldwide
Many government sites appeared to be functioning normally Thursday, but outages or limited service continued while security work was under way.
US midterm elections 2026: Will Donald Trump enforce martial law after November 3? MAGA activists reveal shocking plans if results don't favour Republicans
US Midterm elections 2026: Donald Trump’s midterm campaign blitz arrived in Georgia on Friday for a rally with top Republican candidates in a state that has long been the epicenter of the president’s false claims about election fraud.
US announces effort to disrupt hacking infrastructure run by China's Integrity Tech Group
US officials say they are seizing seven internet domains in a new effort to disrupt hackers working with Chinese IT firm Integrity Technology Group.
Key ShinyHunters hacker detained in Jordan, is cooperating: Report
The FBI declined to comment on any specific arrest or activity abroad but said that the bureau "continues to aggressively investigate the recent Cyber incident allegedly involving ShinyHunters, having already worked with partners to arrest multiple subjects -- and we will spare no resource in bringing each of the responsible individuals to justice."
Sleeper cells and lone wolves. The West could be Iran’s next front
The arrest of five British men near RAF Fairford has revived concerns over Iran’s ability to retaliate beyond the Middle East. No Iranian link has been established, with investigators examining multiple possibilities. Western security officials have warned Iran could use proxies, covert networks, lone actors or cyberattacks.
ShinyHunters hackers expanded attacks on Oracle's PeopleSoft, Google says
The evolving nature of the attack is likely to ring alarm bells at organisations that rely on PeopleSoft for human resources and other critical functions, and heighten concerns about the vulnerability of even well-resourced institutions.
FBI data breach is getting personal: Why ShinyHunters’ alleged hack has agents fearing stolen home addresses, family details and medical records could put families at risk
The records stolen from the FBI include blood test results, spouse names, and home addresses. Thousands of agents face the reality that their private information sits on darknet servers. The hacking group ShinyHunters claims responsibility for breaching the bureau’s systems on Monday. They shared concrete samples to verify their access.
Crypto exchange Bitget pauses withdrawals after $350 million stolen in hack
Bitget had noticed "unauthorised transfers" from some of its wallets on Thursday and it "temporarily suspended" customer withdrawals, Gracy Chen, CEO of the Seychelles-based company, said in a statement posted on X.
Autonomous AI hacks raise thorny questions of legal accountability
The prospect of legal accountability is unclear. Lawsuits are a possibility, but some legal experts believe any criminal investigations would face an extremely high burden given the autonomous nature of the attacks and the absence of evidence the AI models were designed with the intent to hack into other networks.
Hacked FBI data has sensitive information about employees' intelligence roles
In a statement, the FBI said it was aware of "a cyber-criminal enterprise group claiming a compromise of the FBIJobs.gov portal and alleged impact to FBI employee personally identifiable information." The bureau said the cause of the breach was still undetermined, but that it was "actively and aggressively investigating the matter."
FBI probes claim that its employee data was stolen
The FBI is currently investigating claims made by a hacker group known as ShinyHunters. This group asserts they breached the FBI's systems and stole sensitive employee data. They allegedly extracted information on approximately 56,000 current and former employees, including health reports and mental health details. ShinyHunters claims their motives were linked to past accusations made by the FBI. The investigation is ongoing as the FBI assesses the situation.
Two US-bound vessels apparently compromised by hackers, US officials say
US Coast Guard and FBI personnel boarded two foreign-flagged commercial vessels bound for the United States last month after receiving indications that hackers had compromised their computer networks. The agencies said foreign cyber actors were involved but provided few details.
US officials revise claims that government agencies were hacked by Chinese, now say they were targets
US officials have corrected earlier claims that several government agencies were hacked by a Chinese state-sponsored group, clarifying that the agencies were targeted but not necessarily compromised. An FBI affidavit says the group targeted networks including NASA, the Federal Reserve and Senate, while confirmed intrusions affected other US government entities and contractors.
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