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Trugard and Webacy have launched a machine learning–powered AI tool to detect crypto wallet address poisoning, claiming a 97% success rate.
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Blockchain and cryptocurrency security is essential. After all, an autonomous monetary system can only go so far if it can be easily exploited by hackers, rendered inoperable through a mere software bug, or shut down by the powers that be.
Bitcoin’s unique security model is possible through a clever alignment of incentives between the network’s stakeholders — miners, developers, merchants and users. Any attempt to capture the network or reorganize the chain would result in the value of the currency plummeting and thus render any intended benefit completely worthless. The cost of being a bad actor significantly outweighs any possible reward.
Thus, it is in every participant’s best interest to simply play by the rules and collectively work toward the maturation and adoption of the Bitcoin (BTC) ecosystem.
Since its launch in January 2009, the Bitcoin network has never been compromised at the base layer and has had virtually 0% downtime, making it one of the most secure computer systems on the planet.
Cryptocurrency wallets, applications and exchanges that build products and services atop Bitcoin and other crypto networks, however, have frequently been the target of hacks and scams, highlighting the ongoing need to establish best practices around cybersecurity and operational security.
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The leaked home addresses of Coinbase users raise significant concerns amid increasing crypto-related crimes in 2025.
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$330 million in crypto was stolen from an elderly US citizen using social engineering. The tactic has emerged as a severe threat to regular crypto users.
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Crypto DaaS platforms empower scammers with turnkey tools to steal funds. These have now become a bigger threat than ransomware.
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Bodyguard security firms are experiencing increased demand from cryptocurrency executives in response to a disturbing rise in kidnappings.
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Everstake met with the SEC’s Crypto Task Force to argue that non-custodial staking is a technical process, not a securities transaction.
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French law enforcement will offer crypto entrepreneurs and their families a police emergency line and conduct house visits to ensure their safety amid a recent spate of attacks.
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A recent spate of violent attacks on crypto investors has authorities concerned about public safety.
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Ethereum researcher Justin Drake told Coinpectra that launching a 51% attack on Bitcoin would be “much cheaper” than on Ethereum, estimating the cost at around $10 billion.
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Coinbase rejected a $20 million ransom demand after insiders leaked user data in a phishing scheme. The exchange expects up to $400 million in reimbursement and remediation costs.
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The “Trillion Dollar Security Initiative” seeks to address legacy systems' issues and support Ethereum developers.
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France’s interior minister will reportedly meet with crypto professionals to address rising security concerns after a failed kidnapping targeted the family of Paymium CEO Pierre Noizat.
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Former Representative Patrick McHenry said ex-SEC Chair Gary Gensler supported crypto in private meetings, starkly contrasting with his aggressive public stance.
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Quantum computing firm Project 11 is offering 1 BTC to anyone who can crack a “toy version” of Bitcoin’s cryptography through quantum computing.
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In the crypto world, social engineering scams trick users into giving up sensitive information or access. Learn the best ways to stay protected.