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Binance users withdraw $3.4 billion after record crypto heist
Publication: France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines
Author: Charles PELLEGRIN
Source published: 02/11/2026, 10:18:55 UTC
Briefing created: 02/11/2026, 11:53:01 UTC
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Briefings
Binance suspended all trading operations following a cyberattack that compromised over $6 billion in digital assets. Customers withdrew approximately $3.4 billion of funds on Sunday after the platform reopened trading. The incident occurred in November 2026, with the company's suspension lasting until trading resumed.
Key points
- Binance suspended all trading operations after a cyberattack compromised over $6 billion in digital assets.
- Customers withdrew approximately $3.4 billion of funds on Sunday following the platform's suspension.
Context
The cryptocurrency trading platform Binance experienced a significant security breach in November 2026, resulting in the loss of over $6 billion in digital assets. This event triggered a global withdrawal of $3.4 billion by customers, marking a major financial impact on the platform's operations.
Limitations
Evidence covers only the Binance incident; no data on the Wall Street Journal report or Argentina's data centre investment efforts is provided. The timeline is limited to November 2026, and specific dates for the cyberattack are not confirmed.
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