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The rise of social media has revolutionized communication and business, but it has also attracted hackers and scammers, especially with the integration of social cryptocurrencies. No platform, from Twitter to Discord, has been safe from cybercriminals exploiting user vulnerabilities. Recent years have seen a surge in crypto-related social media

Blockchain is a digital "ledger" that stores transactions in such a way that they are difficult to fake or change. As a result, these technologies have enormous potential for managing cryptocurrency assets and transactions as well as facilitating the use of smart contracts , finance, and legal agreements. Security is paramount in the realms o

From hacking and scams to lost passwords and forgotten wallets , there are various ways to lose your digital assets. In this article, we will explore some of the most infamous cases of crypto losses, examining the methods used and the valuable lessons learned from these unfortunate events.  Get ready to discover the risks and realities

In September of 2023, the cryptocurrency exchange platform Remitano encountered a significant security breach, resulting in a cyberattack compromising users' personal and financial information.  Through a collaborative effort involving SwapSpace, Remitano, and CryptoForensic Investigators, the coordinated response successfully thwarted

A recent BTC transfer, which was mined in block 818087, has set a new record for the largest-ever transaction fee paid in the 14-year history of Bitcoin . Let’s explore the details of this suspicious transfer and find the reasons behind such a huge amount of the fee paid.  What Happened?  On 23 November, the Bitcoin blockchain re

LastPass exploits that resulted in victims losing millions of dollars in cryptocurrencies. On October 25, 2023, approximately 25 victims lost $4.4 million as a result of the LastPass hack . It is not clear what specific exploit was used in this case; however, researchers have traced it back to a security breach. It is also unclear whether L

The cryptocurrency industry has witnessed a surge in cyberattacks and hacks since 2023, prompting concerns and discussions among both beginners and seasoned cryptocurrency enthusiasts. The most common types of cryptocurrency fraud are phishing scams, Ponzi schemes, fake ICOs, and fake investment opportunities. These attacks often target e

Huobi Global's HTX cryptocurrency exchange was hacked on September 24, 2023. This resulted in a loss of $7.9 million to $8 million in digital assets. The attack was a cybersecurity breach, and hackers were able to drain millions of dollars from the exchange. "Red Code. Yesterday, our machine-learning-based system detected a suspicious transac

Do you know how everyone keeps telling you to be extra careful in the crypto world? Do you remember how annoying it may be? These feelings are totally understandable. However, we would like to show how a little attention to detail never harms anyone.  Cryptocurrencies have become extremely popular. Their adoption is only increasing over time

Just last week, everybody was discussing the hacking incident at the decentralized Curve exchange . Now everything seems better, but we should still take a closer look at the details of the exploit to try and see what lessons can be learned from it. An Overview of the Incident In late July of 2023, the Curve Finance DeFi protocol has been explo

On July 6, Multichain ($ MULTI ) experienced an unusual cash outflow through bridge contracts from an unidentified address, leading to speculation about a vulnerability worth millions of dollars. Although the reason for the transfer is unknown, the Multichain team requested that users withdraw any allegations related to its contracts. Multich

IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) is an open-source hypermedia protocol that allows peers to store and distribute data in a single distributed file system. The author of the decision — the founder and head of the American startup Protocol Labs Juan Benet - called it a "distributed, permanent web," bearing in mind that the site created in IPFS c