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An 11-year-old Ethereum wallet moved $4.6 million and dodged a scam set up in minutes

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Briefings

A 2026 report describes an 11-year-old Ethereum wallet that moved $4.6 million and successfully avoided a scam set up in minutes. The wallet, linked to the 2015 Ethereum launch, planted lookalike addresses in its history before the owner sent funds to the correct destination.

Key points

• An 11-year-old Ethereum wallet moved $4.6 million and successfully avoided a scam set up in minutes.
• The wallet was linked to the 2015 Ethereum launch and planted lookalike addresses in its history before the owner sent funds to the correct destination.

Context

This finding highlights a rare instance where a young Ethereum wallet successfully navigated a rapid scam setup, demonstrating resilience in the 2015-era launch ecosystem.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single wallet and one scam instance; no other wallets, scam details, or broader impact are provided.

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