Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance in record crypto heist
Binance has suffered a massive security breach resulting in the theft of $6.3 billion. The incident is reportedly linked to North Korean hackers.
Why it matters
This represents one of the largest financial losses in cryptocurrency history, highlighting systemic vulnerabilities in exchange security.
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