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In our “Security” section, we cover cybersecurity issues, risks, and protective technologies in the cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem. Here you will find information about hacks, fraud schemes, wallet security, and best practices for protecting digital assets. Read the “Security” section on ForkNews to learn how to keep your crypto funds safe.

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472022-02-21

Dating site scammers earned $139 million in cryptocurrencies in 2021

New data shows that online romance scams are growing at a record pace. Victims have already lost more than $500 million last year alone.

Security
382022-02-07

LockBit ransomware hacked PayBito crypto exchange

Operators of the LockBit ransomware claim to have stolen the personal data of users and administrators of the PayBito crypto exchange.

Security
392022-02-01

The number of malicious miners increased by 40% in 2021

Avast reported on the main threats of the past year. Experts noted an increase in the number of hidden miners, the return of the Emotet botnet and the spread of spyware on Android devices.

Security
372022-01-11

​​$18 million was stolen from NFT platform Lympo

Hackers withdrew $18.2 million worth of LMT tokens from the hot wallets of the sports NFT platform at the time of the hack.

NFT, Security
1192021-11-05

Phishing sites steal funds from crypto wallets

Cybersecurity company Check Point Research has warned that cases of theft of digital funds from users who access their crypto wallets through Google search engine sites have become more frequent.

Security
1142021-03-08

Credit instead of work: scammers issue instant loans to Ukrainians

Ukrainians risk falling into the clutches of scammers by posting job advertisements on websites.

Security
1322018-12-28

Wall Street Journal: Hundreds of ICOs are scams

A recent study published in the Wall Street Journal on December 27 found that hundreds of cryptocurrency projects show signs of fraudulent activity and plagiarism.

Security, ICO
1432018-12-28

The law firm will sue the creator of the pyramid

The American law firm Silver Miller, which specializes in cryptocurrency investments, filed a lawsuit against investor Jeremy Spence, who, according to its representatives, operated a cryptocurrency pyramid and misled investors.

Legal, Security
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