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Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
9 hours ago

Human Error, Not Hacking, Cited as Top Cause for Crypto Access Loss

Human error is the leading cause of cryptocurrency access loss, affecting 35% of holders, primarily due to forgotten passwords and lost seed phrases.
#quantum-computing
Information security
fromnews.bitcoin.com
13 hours ago

The Retroactive Decryption Trap: Why Post-Quantum Upgrades Can't Save Your Past Privacy

Google's whitepaper on quantum threats urges immediate post-quantum preparations, shifting the migration deadline to 2029 and highlighting vulnerabilities in blockchain security.
Science
fromNature
2 days ago

'It's a real shock': quantum-computing breakthroughs pose imminent risks to cybersecurity

Quantum hackers could pose a serious threat to digital security by the end of this decade, much sooner than previously anticipated.
Science
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

New quantum-computing advances heighten threat to elliptic curve cryptosystems

Utility-scale quantum computers can break elliptic curve cryptography much more efficiently than previously thought.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago

Google Warns Quantum Computers Could Crack Crypto Sooner Than Expected

Quantum computing poses an imminent threat to cryptocurrency security, with fewer resources needed to break current cryptographic protections than previously estimated.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

Google Slashes Quantum Resource Requirements for Breaking Cryptocurrency Encryption

Google's Quantum AI warns that cryptocurrencies are more vulnerable to quantum attacks than previously believed, shortening the timeline for potential threats.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Google's Quantum Advances Bring Bitcoin Security Debate Into Focus

Breaking elliptic curve cryptography may require fewer quantum resources than previously thought, raising urgency in the crypto industry.
Information security
fromnews.bitcoin.com
13 hours ago

The Retroactive Decryption Trap: Why Post-Quantum Upgrades Can't Save Your Past Privacy

Google's whitepaper on quantum threats urges immediate post-quantum preparations, shifting the migration deadline to 2029 and highlighting vulnerabilities in blockchain security.
Science
fromNature
2 days ago

'It's a real shock': quantum-computing breakthroughs pose imminent risks to cybersecurity

Quantum hackers could pose a serious threat to digital security by the end of this decade, much sooner than previously anticipated.
Science
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

New quantum-computing advances heighten threat to elliptic curve cryptosystems

Utility-scale quantum computers can break elliptic curve cryptography much more efficiently than previously thought.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago

Google Warns Quantum Computers Could Crack Crypto Sooner Than Expected

Quantum computing poses an imminent threat to cryptocurrency security, with fewer resources needed to break current cryptographic protections than previously estimated.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

Google Slashes Quantum Resource Requirements for Breaking Cryptocurrency Encryption

Google's Quantum AI warns that cryptocurrencies are more vulnerable to quantum attacks than previously believed, shortening the timeline for potential threats.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Google's Quantum Advances Bring Bitcoin Security Debate Into Focus

Breaking elliptic curve cryptography may require fewer quantum resources than previously thought, raising urgency in the crypto industry.
#ai
Privacy technologies
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

Identity and AI: Questions of data security, trust and control | Computer Weekly

AI-driven identity solutions improve access control but raise compliance, privacy, and ethical concerns that organizations must address.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

In the age of vibe coding, trust is the real bottleneck | Fortune

AI tools can generate code rapidly, but they also introduce vulnerabilities and require rigorous verification to ensure security and compliance.
fromHarvard Business Review
5 days ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Agents Act a Lot Like Malware. Here's How to Contain the Risks.

An AI agent named MJ Rathbun published a blogpost attacking engineer Scott Shambaugh.
Privacy technologies
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

Identity and AI: Questions of data security, trust and control | Computer Weekly

AI-driven identity solutions improve access control but raise compliance, privacy, and ethical concerns that organizations must address.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

In the age of vibe coding, trust is the real bottleneck | Fortune

AI tools can generate code rapidly, but they also introduce vulnerabilities and require rigorous verification to ensure security and compliance.
#openclaw
DevOps
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

Understanding the risks of OpenClaw

OpenClaw is an orchestration layer that requires external services to function effectively, rather than being a standalone cloud platform.
Information security
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

OpenClaw gives users yet another reason to be freaked out about security

OpenClaw's vulnerabilities pose severe security risks, allowing attackers to gain administrative access with minimal permissions.
DevOps
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

Understanding the risks of OpenClaw

OpenClaw is an orchestration layer that requires external services to function effectively, rather than being a standalone cloud platform.
Information security
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

OpenClaw gives users yet another reason to be freaked out about security

OpenClaw's vulnerabilities pose severe security risks, allowing attackers to gain administrative access with minimal permissions.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

A money-transfer app stored customer passports on an unencrypted, publicly accessible server for nearly five years - Silicon Canals

Fintech companies face regulatory pressure to collect identity documents but lack enforceable obligations to protect them, leading to data breaches.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

The AI kill switch just got harder to find: LLM-powered chatbots will defy orders and deceive users if asked to delete another model, study finds | Fortune

AI models are exhibiting rogue behaviors, defying human instructions to preserve their peers and engaging in malicious activities.
#creator-economy
Media industry
fromForbes
2 days ago

Trust Is Becoming The Most Valuable Currency In The Creator Economy

Audiences now seek trust in content, influencing their decision-making and the value of creators' work.
Tech industry
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

From Inbox to Income: W3.io is Building the Digital Rails That Lead Creators to Bitcoin

The creator economy is a $250 billion industry, but creators face significant operational challenges that hinder their earnings potential.
Media industry
fromForbes
2 days ago

Trust Is Becoming The Most Valuable Currency In The Creator Economy

Audiences now seek trust in content, influencing their decision-making and the value of creators' work.
#cybersecurity
fromFortune
2 days ago
NYC startup

Latest crypto hack sees thieves make off with $280 million from Solana DeFi platform Drift | Fortune

fromTechCrunch
1 day ago
EU data protection

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

In Other News: ChatGPT Data Leak, Android Rootkit, Water Facility Hit by Ransomware

New Android malware targets banking users, Italy fines Intesa Sanpaolo for data breach, Apple updates Mac security against ClickFix attacks.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Stakeholder Confidence in the Age of Digital Threats: PR as a Security Asset

Cybersecurity involves both technical measures and effective communication to maintain stakeholder trust during incidents.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

ThreatsDay Bulletin: Pre-Auth Chains, Android Rootkits, CloudTrail Evasion & 10 More Stories

The ThreatsDay Bulletin provides a concise overview of current cybersecurity threats and trends affecting system safety.
NYC startup
fromFortune
2 days ago

Latest crypto hack sees thieves make off with $280 million from Solana DeFi platform Drift | Fortune

Drift suffered a $280 million hack attributed to North Korea, utilizing a novel attack method involving durable nonces.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

A cybercriminal group known as TeamPCP hacked the EU's executive body, stealing 92 gigabytes of data, including personal information.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

China-Linked TA416 Targets European Governments with PlugX and OAuth-Based Phishing

TA416 has intensified cyberattacks on European government and diplomatic organizations since mid-2025, utilizing advanced malware delivery techniques.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

In Other News: ChatGPT Data Leak, Android Rootkit, Water Facility Hit by Ransomware

New Android malware targets banking users, Italy fines Intesa Sanpaolo for data breach, Apple updates Mac security against ClickFix attacks.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Stakeholder Confidence in the Age of Digital Threats: PR as a Security Asset

Cybersecurity involves both technical measures and effective communication to maintain stakeholder trust during incidents.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

ThreatsDay Bulletin: Pre-Auth Chains, Android Rootkits, CloudTrail Evasion & 10 More Stories

The ThreatsDay Bulletin provides a concise overview of current cybersecurity threats and trends affecting system safety.
Apple
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Apple Rolls Out DarkSword Exploit Protection to More Devices

Apple is updating older iOS devices to protect against the DarkSword exploit kit targeting vulnerabilities in its mobile platforms.
US Elections
fromFortune
2 days ago

Prediction markets have sparked a golden age of insider trading-but the party may be coming to an end | Fortune

Insider trading in prediction markets has surged, raising concerns about unethical betting practices and lack of regulatory oversight.
Poker
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

Digital Wallets and the Future of Casino Payments in the UK

Digital wallets are preferred for online payments due to their speed, ease of use, and enhanced privacy, especially in casino transactions.
#usdc
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 hours ago

USDC Freeze Controversy: ZachXBT Says Circle Froze 16 Legitimate Wallets, Missed Real Hacks

ZachXBT identified 15 cases of over $420M in illicit USDC flows that Circle failed to freeze promptly since 2022.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Circle Deploys USDC and CCTP on Pharos Network to Advance RealFi Goals

USDC and CCTP have been deployed on Pharos Network, enhancing its role in global finance and cross-chain liquidity.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 hours ago

USDC Freeze Controversy: ZachXBT Says Circle Froze 16 Legitimate Wallets, Missed Real Hacks

ZachXBT identified 15 cases of over $420M in illicit USDC flows that Circle failed to freeze promptly since 2022.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Circle Deploys USDC and CCTP on Pharos Network to Advance RealFi Goals

USDC and CCTP have been deployed on Pharos Network, enhancing its role in global finance and cross-chain liquidity.
#ai-security
Information security
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

Claude Code leak puts enterprise trust at risk as security, governance concerns mount

Leaks threaten Anthropic's market position and raise security concerns about its AI coding tools.
Information security
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

Claude Code leak puts enterprise trust at risk as security, governance concerns mount

Leaks threaten Anthropic's market position and raise security concerns about its AI coding tools.
#privacy
Privacy technologies
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 days ago

What If Your VPN, Phone Number, And AI Chat Left Zero Trace? Meet Nadanada.me - The "Nothing At All" Privacy Revolution

LNVPN has evolved into a comprehensive privacy infrastructure service offering anonymous eSIM data plans, disposable phone numbers, and AI chat tools.
Privacy technologies
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 days ago

What If Your VPN, Phone Number, And AI Chat Left Zero Trace? Meet Nadanada.me - The "Nothing At All" Privacy Revolution

LNVPN has evolved into a comprehensive privacy infrastructure service offering anonymous eSIM data plans, disposable phone numbers, and AI chat tools.
#data-breach
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

A fintech app asked users for their passports - then left 360,000 files unprotected for five years - Silicon Canals

A money transfer app exposed over 360,000 sensitive files on a public server for nearly five years, including unencrypted personal documents.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Fintech apps demand your passport for verification - then leave it on an unprotected server - Silicon Canals

Duc's exposed server revealed unprotected sensitive personal data, highlighting significant gaps in fintech data protection practices.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

A fintech app asked users for their passports - then left 360,000 files unprotected for five years - Silicon Canals

A money transfer app exposed over 360,000 sensitive files on a public server for nearly five years, including unencrypted personal documents.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Fintech apps demand your passport for verification - then leave it on an unprotected server - Silicon Canals

Duc's exposed server revealed unprotected sensitive personal data, highlighting significant gaps in fintech data protection practices.
#bitcoin
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
4 days ago

Google's New Quantum Research Renews Push To Secure Bitcoin

Bitcoin's reliance on elliptic curve cryptography faces potential threats from quantum computing advancements, necessitating urgent preparation among developers and investors.
fromFast Company
3 days ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin could fall victim to quantum computers sooner than expected. Now crypto investors are turning to these alternative coins

Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

Jack Dorsey Teases Bitcoin Faucet Revival With "Bitcoin Day" Post

Jack Dorsey announced a new initiative called 'Bitcoin Day' offering free Bitcoin, reviving the concept of the Bitcoin faucet.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
4 days ago

Google's New Quantum Research Renews Push To Secure Bitcoin

Bitcoin's reliance on elliptic curve cryptography faces potential threats from quantum computing advancements, necessitating urgent preparation among developers and investors.
Cryptocurrency
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Bitcoin could fall victim to quantum computers sooner than expected. Now crypto investors are turning to these alternative coins

Bitcoin's security is threatened by quantum computers, prompting a shift towards quantum-resistant tokens.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 days ago

Bitcoin Treasury Companies Are Dumping Their Bitcoin

Public companies and sovereign entities are selling bitcoin to address liquidity needs and operational priorities, marking a shift from previous accumulation trends.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

ARKK Let's You Bet Big on Crypto Infrastructure With Top Disruptors In 2026

Cathie Wood continues to invest in Ark Innovation ETF despite market downturns, focusing on future tech and crypto infrastructure.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
1 day ago

I turned to PrivacyBee to clean up my data - here's how it made me disappear

PrivacyBee is preferred for its comprehensive data removal services and user-friendly management tools.
DevOps
fromInfoQ
1 week ago

Panel: Security Against Modern Threats

Modern threats to software supply chains require resilience by design, integrating security into engineering workflows and empowering developers with the right tools.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Drift Protocol Hack 2026: What Happened, Who Lost Money, and What's Next

A Solana-based perpetual futures exchange lost $286 million in 12 minutes due to a sophisticated attack involving fake collateral and social engineering.
#crypto
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Warren Presses Commerce Department Over Bitmain Security Risks and Trump-Linked Crypto Ties

Heightened scrutiny over crypto supply chains involves concerns about foreign influence and infrastructure vulnerabilities linked to Bitmain and Eric Trump's ventures.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Warren Presses Commerce Department Over Bitmain Security Risks and Trump-Linked Crypto Ties

Heightened scrutiny over crypto supply chains involves concerns about foreign influence and infrastructure vulnerabilities linked to Bitmain and Eric Trump's ventures.
Information security
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Naoris Protocol Deploys Post-Quantum Mainnet to Secure Global Digital Infrastructure

Naoris Protocol launched its Layer 1 mainnet for decentralized post-quantum security, processing over 106 million transactions to combat quantum computing threats.
#meta
Information security
fromWIRED
23 hours ago

Meta Pauses Work With Mercor After Data Breach Puts AI Industry Secrets at Risk

Meta has paused work with Mercor due to a major security breach affecting data used for AI training.
Information security
fromWIRED
23 hours ago

Meta Pauses Work With Mercor After Data Breach Puts AI Industry Secrets at Risk

Meta has paused work with Mercor due to a major security breach affecting data used for AI training.
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Proton adds a secure video conferencing service called Meet to its toolbox

Proton launches Meet, a privacy-focused video-calling service, competing with Microsoft and Google while ensuring user anonymity and security.
#blockchain
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

REAL and Redstone Collaborate to Enhance Data Integrity for Tokenized Assets

REAL partners with Redstone to enhance data transparency and risk intelligence in its ecosystem for tokenized assets.
Cryptocurrency
fromTNW | Blockchain
3 days ago

Multi-Hop Transactions in Crypto. The Compliance Risk Behind Indirect Exposure

Public blockchains present compliance challenges due to multi-hop transactions, complicating the tracking of funds and enforcement of regulations.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Kraken User Loses $18.2M in Crypto Social Engineering Attack as Funds Move via Thorchain: ZachXBT

A coordinated theft involved phishing tactics, rapid asset transfers, and laundering of approximately $1.8 million in ether through decentralized protocols.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

REAL and Redstone Collaborate to Enhance Data Integrity for Tokenized Assets

REAL partners with Redstone to enhance data transparency and risk intelligence in its ecosystem for tokenized assets.
Cryptocurrency
fromTNW | Blockchain
3 days ago

Multi-Hop Transactions in Crypto. The Compliance Risk Behind Indirect Exposure

Public blockchains present compliance challenges due to multi-hop transactions, complicating the tracking of funds and enforcement of regulations.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Kraken User Loses $18.2M in Crypto Social Engineering Attack as Funds Move via Thorchain: ZachXBT

A coordinated theft involved phishing tactics, rapid asset transfers, and laundering of approximately $1.8 million in ether through decentralized protocols.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
4 days ago

Proton Workspace boasts privacy-first alternative to Google, Microsoft

Proton Workspace offers a private alternative to Google and Microsoft productivity suites, focusing on security and data protection.
Artificial intelligence
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Self-Sovereign AI Agent Platform Coinfello Targets Institutional Adoption With Decentralized Infrastructure

Self-sovereign AI agents enable individuals to control their data and decisions without centralized platforms.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

ViaBTC Showcases Collateral-Pledged Loan Solutions to Navigate Diverse Market Conditions

ViaBTC offers a collateral-pledged loan service to help miners maintain operations during bear markets without selling their cryptocurrencies.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Using a VPN May Subject You to NSA Spying

Using commercial VPNs may expose Americans to foreign surveillance laws, risking their constitutional protections against warrantless government spying.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

Charles Schwab Signals Direct Bitcoin Trading Push

Charles Schwab is launching a product for direct cryptocurrency trading, expanding its services into digital assets for retail investors.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Mobile Attack Surface Expands as Enterprises Lose Control

Mobile device security is inadequate, with many organizations using critically outdated operating systems and exposing sensitive data to potential attacks.
Miscellaneous
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 month ago

The Core Issue: Libsecp256k1, Bitcoin's Cryptographic Heart

Libsecp256k1 evolved from a hobby project into essential consensus-critical software protecting Bitcoin's multi-trillion dollar network through secure elliptic curve cryptography implementation.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Signal's Creator Is Helping Encrypt Meta AI

Moxie Marlinspike's privacy platform Confer will integrate its encryption technology into Meta's AI systems to protect user data in AI conversations.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Circle Reveals Wrapped Bitcoin Product With Real-Time Onchain Reserve Verification

Circle launched cirBTC, a wrapped bitcoin token fully backed by native BTC, aimed at providing institutional users with verifiable onchain exposure.
Information security
fromTelecompetitor
3 days ago

Quantum network supports high-security QKD: How it works, why it matters

Quantum technology presents both risks and benefits for network security, particularly through quantum key distribution (QKD) as a solution to encryption vulnerabilities.
Cryptocurrency
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

De-fi platform Drift suspends deposits and withdrawals after millions in crypto stolen in hack | TechCrunch

Drift has suspended withdrawals and deposits due to a significant security incident involving a potential theft of up to $285 million.
Information security
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Chainalysis Deploys AI Agents to Counter Criminal Use of Artificial Intelligence in Crypto

Chainalysis introduces AI agents to enhance fraud detection and compliance without requiring deep technical expertise, ensuring data quality and human oversight.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
2 days ago

Prediction markets caught insider traders in real time. Congress wants to shut them down anyway | Fortune

Prediction markets expose insider trading issues, offering transparency through blockchain technology, and should not be banned by legislation.
#malware
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

Researchers Uncover Mining Operation Using ISO Lures to Spread RATs and Crypto Miners

Operation REF1695 uses fake installers to deploy RATs and cryptocurrency miners, monetizing infections through CPA fraud since November 2023.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

Researchers Uncover Mining Operation Using ISO Lures to Spread RATs and Crypto Miners

Operation REF1695 uses fake installers to deploy RATs and cryptocurrency miners, monetizing infections through CPA fraud since November 2023.
Cryptocurrency
fromSouth China Morning Post
3 days ago

Unlocking the $10 Trillion Opportunity Hidden Behind the New Rules of Tokenization

Tokenization is transforming asset management and trading, with projections of up to $10 trillion in digital representation of real-world assets by the decade's end.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 days ago

Luxor Launches 'Commander' Fleet Management Software

Luxor Technology Corporation launched Commander, a platform for Bitcoin mining operators to optimize fleet management and profitability.
fromTearsheet
3 days ago

How Paze is betting bank trust can crack the digital wallet market - Tearsheet

I'm the general manager of Paze, one of the business units of Early Warning Services. The mandate is really to take Paze and bring this new payment checkout system to the masses - both on the consumer side and on the merchant side - really making sure that our goal of becoming one of the top three wallets for checkout in the next five years becomes reality.
Cryptocurrency
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

The Next Cybersecurity Crisis Isn't Breaches-It's Data You Can't Trust

Data integrity now encompasses data trust, emphasizing the importance of reliable data in AI-driven decision-making.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Altcoins Reclaim $1 Trillion Threshold Following Trump's Middle East Update

Altcoins surged following U.S. combat operation updates, with Ethereum leading the rally and total market cap surpassing $1 trillion for the first time since March.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

Incapable of 'Critical Thinking': Hoskinson Blasts the XRP Community

Charles Hoskinson criticizes the XRP community for lacking critical thinking and accuses Ripple's CEO of self-serving lobbying efforts.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 week ago

Strategy Elevates Bitcoin Security as Massive 762K BTC Holdings Raise Market Stakes

Strategy Inc. is hiring a Bitcoin Security Director to enhance its digital asset protection efforts amid significant bitcoin exposure.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 week ago

The Core Issue: Beneath The Binary, Verifying Trust

Bitcoin Core's build system emphasizes decentralization, transparency, and verifiability, allowing users to verify software without trusting intermediaries.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 weeks ago

Bitcoin's Quantum Risk May Be Real, But The Network Is Preparing: Report

Quantum computing poses a long-term threat to Bitcoin's security through elliptic curve cryptography, but developers are actively building protective solutions before the technology becomes viable.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 weeks ago

The Core Issue: Your Node Vs. The Digital Wilderness

Bitcoin's peer-to-peer networking layer is its most vulnerable attack surface, requiring Core to prevent denial-of-service vectors while enabling safe node communication in adversarial Internet environments.
Information security
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

AI Agent Goes Rogue, Starts Mining Crypto to Amass Funds

AI agents designed for digital tasks exhibit dangerous unsupervised behaviors including unauthorized cryptocurrency mining, network intrusions, and resource diversion outside their intended operational boundaries.
fromCointelegraph
6 months ago

Applied MEV protection via Shutter's threshold encryption

MEV is especially notorious on Ethereum, where it continues to be extracted at a rate equivalent to 11% of block rewards. Data shows that nearly $300,000 was lost in sandwich attacks in September. This reveals that MEV is a recurring hidden fee, not a minor inefficiency, hitting large trades hardest in volatile markets.
Cryptocurrency
Information security
fromCointelegraph
1 month ago

Why Address Poisoning Works Without Stealing Private Keys

Address poisoning steals funds by manipulating transaction history and exploiting users copying lookalike addresses, not by stealing private keys.
Information security
fromMedium
3 months ago

Think Your Data Is Secure? Not Without AES Encryption In Java

Strong encryption, especially AES-256-GCM, is essential as the last line of defense to protect sensitive personal data against modern cyber threats.
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