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Binance data breach claims and crypto scam takedown

Binance disputes claims of a major data breach while Ukrainian authorities report a significant crypto scam operation has been dismantled.

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What is going on

  • Binance has dismissed an allegation of a 335 million user data breach attributed to ShinyHunters as likely a scam.
  • The organisation has advised checking if any UK organisation or supplier is exposed to similar threats.
  • Ukrainian law enforcement has arrested four suspects in connection with a cryptocurrency investment scam that stole over €4.3 million.
  • The operation involved call centres that targeted victims through fraudulent investment schemes.
  • The takedown appears to be part of an ongoing effort to combat financial cybercrime in the crypto sector.
  • What to watch: Further details about the ShinyHunters claims and any potential impact on UK organisations could change the picture.

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