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Hackers Use Ethereum Smart Contracts to Control KREMLIN MalwareSlowMist exposes KREMLIN malware: it steals passwords and session tokens via Chrome and Edge extensions, dodges user consent, and updates C2 servers tZachXBT Flags Possible Revolut Data Leak After Fake Gov RequestOn September 12, ZachXBT reported a potential Revolut data breach after a fake government request. Only a small set of accounts may be affected.Liquid Network Recovers $270M in Bitcoin After Security BreachWhite hat hackers return 85% of BTC stolen from Liquid Network's multisig wallet—about $270 million. Liquid gears up for a network relaunch.French Crew Uses ChatGPT to Rob Canberra Mansion for $2M in Luxury GoodsFour French nationals used ChatGPT and social media sleuthing to rob a Canberra mansion, making off with $2M in watches, jewelry, and designer bags.Ledger and Trezor Push for Industry Standard on Vulnerability DisclosureLedger CTO Charles Guillemet calls for coordinated vulnerability disclosure as a crypto hardware wallet standard. Trezor, Foundation, and SEAL back thHacken Flags $91.3B USDT at Risk on TRON Due to 2-Key MultisigHacken warns: $91.3B USDT on TRON is managed by a contract with just a 2-key multisig and no time delay or rollback protection, posing a major securitLiquid Sidechain Halted After $320M in Bitcoin Pulled by 'White Hat' HackersLiquid sidechain is paused after 'white hat' hackers withdraw 4,000 BTC ($320M). Hackers promise to return most funds after Elements vulnerability is 4000 BTC Pulled from Liquid Sidechain; Bitcoin ETFs See Record Inflows in 2026White hat hackers reportedly moved 4000 BTC out of the Liquid sidechain. Meanwhile, Bitcoin ETFs are posting their strongest three-week inflows of 202Ledger Hit with Class Action Lawsuit Over 2023 Data BreachLedger faces a class action in the Southern District of New York after a December 2023 data breach exposed customer names, emails, phone numbers, and Avici Exploit Hits 1,685 Users, Token Tanks 28%—Full Refund PromisedAvici confirms exploit draining funds from 1,685 user card balances. Team promises full refunds as AVICI token drops 28% following Solana contract vulTop Crypto Stories: Bitcoin, Mining, BlackRock Buys BTC & ETH — August 27Daily crypto roundup for August 27: $5B Uzbekistan mining centers, Moonwell hack, CZ’s BTC outlook, Ethena’s roadmap, and BlackRock scooping up BitcoiCore Lightning Urges Node Operators to Update or Go Offline Amid CVE ReportsCore Lightning faces a flood of AI-generated CVE reports, some confirmed as real. Node operators are advised to update or temporarily take nodes offliBybit Blocks Over $700M in Potential User Losses in H1 2026Bybit says it prevented more than $700 million in potential user losses in the first half of 2026, according to its risk and security report shared wiBanks and Regulators Test Quantum-Resistant Crypto Wallet SecurityBanks and regulators are piloting new tech to shield crypto wallets from quantum attacks. How does the experiment work, and what does it mean for yourLedger Patches Vulnerability in Ethereum App: What ETH Users Need to KnowLedger has quickly fixed a vulnerability in its Ethereum app. Get the lowdown on the update and what it means for ETH holders using Ledger hardware waThe Sandbox Hit by Attack on Base and BNB Chain: What We Know So FarThe Sandbox was targeted in an attack on both Base and BNB Chain. Here’s what’s known about the incident, possible fallout, and how the crypto communiFlock Rolls Out AI to Track Down Drivers Without License PlatesFlock launches AI that can identify drivers even when license plate info is missing. The tech boosts search efficiency and security for the transport Why Tech Elites Are Building Doomsday Bunkers: The Rise of Autonomous Survival SheltersTech elites are pouring money into high-tech, self-sustaining bunkers. What drives this bunker boom, what tech do they use, and how does it reshape seBitBox Patches Critical Security Flaws in Bitcoin Wallet FirmwareBitBox has fixed two major security bugs in its Bitcoin wallet firmware. Users should update their devices ASAP to keep their BTC safe from threats.Maya Protocol Halts Network After $1.7M HackMaya Protocol paused its network following a $1.7M hack. Here’s what happened, how the team responded, and what users need to know next.Harmony to Roll Back Blockchain After Massive Attack, Trillions of ONE MintedHarmony is set to roll back its blockchain after hackers minted trillions of ONE tokens in a major exploit. Here’s what happened and what’s next for tTop VPNs You Can Pay for With Crypto: How to Pick the Right ServiceA roundup of the best VPNs that accept crypto payments. Learn what to look for in an anonymous VPN and which features matter most for privacy and secuHackers Steal Over 1,700 BTC from Coldcard Wallets in Major BreachMore than 1,700 BTC were stolen from Coldcard wallets after hackers exploited a vulnerability. Details on the attack and the crypto community's responEthereum Shifts Crypto Strategy After Years of Poseidon Hash ResearchEthereum is overhauling its cryptography approach after extensive Poseidon hash research. Find out what this means for ETH network security and users.