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Déjà Vu in the Danger Zone: Why Cybercriminals Still Exploit the Same Old Holes

23 Apr 2026 news

Attackers aren’t getting smarter—they’re just taking advantage of the same security lapses we keep ignoring. From a $290 million DeFi hack to stealthy macOS attacks and unchecked supply chain threats, here’s why the basics still matter.

#Cybersecurity | #DeFi | #Supply Chain

Chain Reaction: How Flash Loans Could Ignite the Next DeFi Meltdown

21 Apr 2026 news

Flash loans and algorithmic arbitrage have revolutionized DeFi, but their rapid, interconnected nature is creating new systemic risks. Could a single exploit trigger a chain reaction across the entire on-chain finance ecosystem?

#Flash Loans | #DeFi | #Algorithmic Trading

Pyongyang’s Crypto Heist: Anatomy of the $290 Million Kelp DAO Robbery

21 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Asia

North Korean cybercriminals are accused of orchestrating the largest crypto theft of 2025, siphoning $290 million from Kelp DAO. Discover how the attack happened, who’s involved, and the broader implications for digital finance security.

#Crypto Heist | #North Korea | #DeFi

Crypto Heist in 10 Seconds: North Korean Hackers Steal $285M from Drift Protocol

03 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Asia

In a stunning display of cybercrime, North Korean hackers drained $285 million from Drift Protocol in just ten seconds, leveraging fake tokens, admin key exploits, and rapid laundering tactics. The attack highlights growing threats in decentralized finance security.

#Crypto Heist | #North Korea | #DeFi

Uranium Finance Hacker Charged: Maryland Man Faces Decades for $53M DeFi Heist

01 Apr 2026 news 🌍 North America

A Maryland man stands accused of masterminding one of DeFi's largest heists, draining $53 million from Uranium Finance and laundering the proceeds through crypto mixers and collectibles. This feature unpacks the investigation, the technology, and the consequences for the crypto world.

#Uranium Finance | #DeFi | #cryptocurrency

DeFi Disaster: Resolv Hacked for $24.5M as Stablecoin Plummets

24 Mar 2026 news

A single compromised key let a hacker mint $80 million in fake stablecoins and steal $24.5 million in ETH, sending Resolv’s USR token crashing. Here’s how the breach unfolded and what it means for DeFi security.

#DeFi | #Hacker | #Stablecoin

Crypto’s Darkest Year: Inside the $2.7 Billion Heist of 2025

29 Dec 2025 news 🌍 Asia

In 2025, hackers stole over $2.7 billion in cryptocurrencies, marking the highest annual losses ever. North Korean cybercriminals played a leading role, targeting exchanges and DeFi platforms with devastating efficiency.

#Cryptocurrency theft | #North Korea | #DeFi

Ledger and 1inch Revolutionize DeFi Security with Clear Signing Integration

11 Dec 2025 news 🌍 Europe

Ledger and 1inch have teamed up to launch a multisig solution that banishes blind signing from DeFi treasury management. Their integration brings clear signing, deep liquidity, and MEV resistance, setting a new gold standard for secure on-chain operations.

#DeFi | #Ledger | #1inch

Cyber Heists: Wi-Fi, npm, DeFi, and Phishing Under Attack

04 Dec 2025 news

A new wave of cyberattacks hits Wi-Fi networks, developer tools, and DeFi platforms. Learn how hackers exploit everyday tech and what it means for our security.

#Cybersecurity | #Phishing | #DeFi

Chrome Extension Steals Solana Fees in Raydium Swaps Scam

26 Nov 2025 news

A Chrome extension named Crypto Copilot secretly skimmed Solana from Raydium swaps, revealing new dangers for DeFi users and the hidden risks of browser-based crypto tools.

#Crypto Copilot | #Solana | #DeFi