Beware: Phantom wallet users under siege by phishing attackers with deceptive update pop-ups

Phantom wallet users have fallen victim to a phishing attack disguised as a fake update. The attackers targeted users of the popular wallet, attempting to steal their funds through deceitful means. This incident serves as a reminder for all cryptocurrency users to stay vigilant and only download updates from trusted sources. Phantom wallet, like many [...]

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BitGo patches critical vulnerability first discovered by Fireblocks

BitGo has patched a vulnerability that threatened to expose the private keys of retail and institutional users.

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US Treasury Report Warns of Defi’s Threat to National Security, Authors Conclude Fiat Is Used in Illicit Finance More Than Crypto

The U.S. Treasury has released a 42-page report assessing the risks of decentralized finance (defi). The report states that specific nation-state adversaries, cybercriminals, ransomware attackers, thieves, and scammers are using defi to “transfer and launder their illicit proceeds.” The Treasury’s report warns that defi could threaten national security and calls for policymakers to increase oversight. [...]

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