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How secure are your crypto investments? We help you stay a step ahead of the scamsters and hackers, to identify and shun the bad apples.

Blockchain·Community·Memes·Security

Solana Investors Lose $500K in X Phishing Attack

December 27, 2024

A threat actor has stolen an estimated $500,000 by targeting Solana meme coin investors and popular X pages. The hack attacked 15 accounts, including those of Brett, Kick Streaming, and Alex Bania, through phishing emails disguised as official communications from the X team. According

Community·Markets·Security·Shiba Inu

The Shib News Recap: Thursday

December 26, 2024

This Thursday, The Shib Daily brings to light critical crypto news, focusing on escalating legal issues and a concerning rise in scams that could impact the market’s integrity. On a more positive note, analysts recently issued strong buy signals for Shiba Inu, which suggests a favorable trend. Final Decision on Do Kwon’s Extradition Lies with

December 26, 2024

Pudgy Penguins Targeted in Google Ads Phishing Scam on Web3 Users

A sophisticated phishing scam targeting Web3 users has emerged, exploiting Google Ads

December 26, 2024

French Crypto Scams Surge as Regulators Crack Down on Fraud Networks

France’s financial watchdog, the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF), is ramping up

Security·Technology

North Korean Hackers Target Crypto Firms with Hidden Risk Malware

Cybersecurity firm SentinelLabs has identified a new malware campaign called Hidden Risk, launched by North Korean hackers BlueNoroff, targeting cryptocurrency businesses. The

November 8, 2024

Community·Markets·Security

Kansas Bank CEO’s Crypto Fraud Leads to Full Repayment for Victims

In a landmark ruling in Kansas, victims of a major Kansas bank fraud received a promise of full financial recovery. The drama

November 5, 2024

Blockchain·Community·Defi·Ethereum·Security·Technology

Crypto Co-Founder Robbed in Bangkok, Issues Warning to Devcon Attendees

A chilling incident in Bangkok casts a shadow over the upcoming Ethereum Devcon, highlighting the vulnerability of even seasoned crypto professionals to

November 5, 2024

Community·Markets·Security

Wiz Khalifa X Account Hack Tied to WIZ Coin Scam

The X social media account of American rapper Wiz Khalifa was hacked, leading to the promotion of a dubious meme coin WIZ

November 4, 2024

Blockchain·Community·Policy·Security·Tokens

Thai Police Allegedly Hold Chinese Businessman Hostage for $10 Million Crypto Ransom

In a chilling display of corruption and audacity, a group of Thai police officers allegedly held a Chinese businessman hostage, demanding a

November 3, 2024

Bitcoin·Blockchain·Markets·Security·Technology

London Teenager Charged with Terror Offenses for Allegedly Helping Al Qaeda Raise Crypto Funds

A chilling scene unfolds in a London courtroom: a 16-year-old boy, flanked by his parents, stands accused of aiding a global terrorist

November 2, 2024

Markets·Policy·Regulation·Security

SEC’s $400M Crypto Enforcement Push Sparks Demand for Clear Guidelines

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has spent over $400 million in litigation costs as part of its ongoing crypto crackdown,

November 1, 2024

Markets·Security

M2 Thwarts $13.7 Million Crypto Heist, Recovers Funds in Minutes

Dubai-based cryptocurrency platform M2 reported a cybersecurity breach early Thursday, which involved a $13.7 million loss but was quickly mitigated within 16

November 1, 2024

Community·Markets·Security

MrBeast Profited $23M From Questionable Crypto Schemes – Report

YouTube influencer James Stephen “Jimmy” Donaldson, popularly known as MrBeast, continues to be at the center of allegations involving profitable but questionable

October 31, 2024