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Biggest hack in history: Cryptocurrency giant Binance loses $6.3 billion

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Briefings

A coordinated cyber heist targeting cryptocurrency exchange giant Binance resulted in a record $6.3 billion loss, with North Korea identified as the primary attacker. By Thursday night, major platforms successfully froze approximately $3 billion of stolen assets during a race to secure the funds.

Key points

• Binance was targeted by a coordinated cyber heist resulting in a record $6.3 billion loss.
• North Korea is identified as the primary attacker behind the attack.

Context

This event represents a significant financial loss for the cryptocurrency exchange giant, with North Korea identified as the primary attacker. The attack involved a coordinated effort by major crypto platforms to freeze stolen assets.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the specific timeframe of the attack and the successful freezing of assets. The exact timeline of the theft and the full scope of the loss beyond the $6.3 billion figure are not fully detailed in the provided source.

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