Cyber Attack on Jimbos Protocol: Security Collaboration & Crypto’s Ongoing Security Battle

Jimbos Protocol is collaborating with security researchers and on-chain analysts to investigate a cyber attack that exploited a loophole and resulted in a theft of ETH 4,048 (about $7.5 million). As hacking incidents increase, this event emphasizes the importance of implementing effective security measures and continuous assessments in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space.

DeFi Hacks Spark US DoJ Crackdown: Protecting Innovation or Stifling Growth?

The US Department of Justice (DoJ) is increasingly concerned about the surge in decentralized finance (DeFi) hacks, with $49 billion reportedly lost in the crypto sphere in 2022. North Korean hackers have also joined the fray, stealing $1.7 billion in 2022 alone. The DOJ’s National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team (NCET) aims to tackle cybercrime, money laundering, and crypto thefts, focusing on chain bridge thefts and hacks.