Cybersecurity


Finance

Why Cybersecurity Is an Important Consideration for Crypto Hedge Fund Launches

The looming threat of an exploit remains a hurdle as traditional asset managers spin up crypto funds.

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Tech

Are Cryptocurrencies Secure? Yes and No – Here’s Why

What explains the simultaneous security and vulnerability of digital assets, and what can advisors do to help their clients who may be at risk?

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Policy

DOJ to Launch National Crypto Enforcement Team: Report

U.S. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco unveiled the initiative during a virtual speech at the Aspen Cyber Summit on Wednesday.

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Finance

Chainalysis Acquires Cybercrime Investigations Firm Excygent

The deal marks Chainalysis’ first acquisition and follows a $100 million funding round in June.

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Finance

Cream to Return Stolen Funds Using Protocol Fees

The protocol said in excess of $33.5 million in ether and AMP was taken in the hack.

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Finance

DeFi Protocol Cream Finance Hacked for Second Time This Year

The attacked drained just over $25 million of AMP tokens and ether.

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Videos

Most Executives Reportedly See Digital Assets as Strong Fiat Alternative in Next 5–10 Years

76% of executives around the world think digital assets will be a “strong alternative to or replacement for” fiat in the next five to 10 years, according to a new survey by Deloitte. Cybersecurity, regulation and privacy were seen as the biggest obstacles to global crypto adoption.

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Videos

Key Takeaways From Elliptic’s Case Study of Ransomware Attacks

A new study of a ransomware attack by blockchain analytics firm Elliptic reveals the dialogue between the attacker and the victim, including live chat support, a negotiated discount, and a surcharge for paying in bitcoin. “The Hash” team examines the details outlined by Elliptic, sharing cybersecurity tips on how to prevent being hacked.

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Videos

Crypto and Security: Tips to Prevent Hacks for Exchanges to Nations Embracing Bitcoin

Kris Constable, CEO of bitcoin wallet app CoinOS, discusses how his company is helping to combat the “perpetual problem” of crypto exchanges falling victim to hacks. Meanwhile, NextWorldLeader’s Shannon Allen shares his take on the DeFi sector becoming a prime target for hackers. “Code auditing is key,” Allen said.

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