Rising Prices, Rising Risks: Crypto Hacks Skyrocket To $1.6 Billion, Report
Crypto investors and platforms are facing a growing threat as the value of crypto hacks has nearly doubled in the first seven months of 2024, reaching a staggering $1.6 billion, according to a new report from blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis. Crypto Theft Skyrockets In 2024 While the monetary value of stolen funds has skyrocketed, the […]
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