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How North Korean hackers turned Binance's own internal AI into a weapon in $6.3b heist - interview

A cyber expert says Binance's own AI tools became part of a $6.3 billion hack, exposing risks from fake interviews and workplace AI security failures.

Binance logo and hacker code are seen in this illustration taken October 30, 2026.
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Israel Police arrest five suspects in alleged NIS 16 million WhatsApp cryptocurrency fraud scheme

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For the first time in Israel: The bank that will allow crypto trading via application

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Over $6 billion in 20 minutes: FBI accuses North Korea of largest-ever crypto hack against Binance


North Korean hackers behind $6.3 billion Binance crypto theft, Blockchain analysis firm TRM says

An initial investigation suggested the breach may have started with a hacked laptop belonging to one of Binance's engineers.

FILE PHOTO: Representations of cryptocurrencies are seen in front of displayed Binance logo in this illustration taken November 10, 2022.

Dozens of millions of dollars in crypto hidden: Suspect entangled in massive case

Joint investigation by Tax Authority and Lahav 433 leads to arrest of suspect in large-scale money laundering and tax offenses. He allegedly hid foreign accounts and used strawmen to disguise assets.

According to the suspicions being examined by investigative authorities, the suspect traded digital currencies on various exchanges without reporting it to the Tax Authority.

Great comeback: Has crypto winter really ended?

Bitcoin surged 10% this week to an eight-month high, signaling renewed risk-taking, but remains well below its $126,000 all-time high.

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Crypto companies spend record $640 million buying back own tokens

Digital asset firms adopt a familiar traditional stock market tactic to combat the sector's prolonged slowdown, but despite massive investment, it is unclear if the market cares.

The $640 million drill: The crypto industry tries to save itself from collapse.

Israel’s crypto market set for major overhaul with stricter regulations

The Capital Market Authority’s new rules will impose higher capital requirements, tighter custody controls and restrictions on how crypto service providers manage customer assets.

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From $838 to a million in 20 days: The mysterious trader who struck the crypto world

An anonymous trader invested less than a thousand dollars in the CASHCAT meme coin, sold most of the holding for approximately $918,000, and still holds coins valued at around $134,000.

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Bitcoin is recovering, and with it the entire crypto market

The popular digital currency climbs to $65,800. Is the market on its way to a renewed rally, or is this a trap for investors?

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Iranian transactions flow through Tron, BNB Chain amid Trump-family crypto ventures

Iranian institutions processed over $2.3B via Tron and BNB Chain blockchains, raising scrutiny of links to Trump-backed crypto ventures and potential conflicts of interest.

Nobitex founders have a history of links with the Islamic regime.

Who owns Novitex: Iran's largest crypto exchange used by IRGC to move millions - explainer

Since Nobitex was founded by the two brothers under an alternative family name, it has processed between tens and hundreds of millions of dollars in transactions linked to sanctioned groups.

Nobitex founders have a history of links with the Islamic regime.

Barron Trump surpasses Melania's wealth at 19, but is he really a crypto genius?- opinion

Barron Trump, 19, rides a family crypto empire, Abu Dhabi money, and Miami’s laundering machine, raising hard questions.

Barron Trump gestures as he is recognized during an indoor inauguration parade at Capital One Arena on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States.