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🚨💣 HISTORICAL SCANDAL IN THE CRYPTO WORLD! 💥🔐
💰 Hackers steal $1.5 BILLION from Bybit!
One of the biggest scandals ever seen in the cryptocurrency universe occurred in February 2025: the exchange Bybit was the target of a cyber attack that resulted in the theft of $1.5 billion in Ethereum (ETH). The attack is believed to have been orchestrated by the infamous Lazarus group from North Korea.
📉 Market in shock: Bitcoin plummets 20%!
The news caused panic in the market, with Bitcoin (BTC) suffering an abrupt drop of 20%, returning to levels not seen since the collapse of FTX in 2022. Investor confidence was seriously shaken.
🛡️ Critical security failure!
The criminals exploited a vulnerability in the platform's storage software, gaining direct access to users' funds. The incident raised alarms about the fragility of digital asset protection, even in large exchanges.
🇺🇸 US creates "strategic Bitcoin reserve"... but it's just marketing!
In parallel, the United States announced a Bitcoin reserve composed solely of seized assets. The community reacted negatively, as no new purchases were made, frustrating expectations of a positive impact on the price.
⚖️ Final reflection: more security, less hype
This episode reinforces the importance of regulation, robust audits, and financial education. The crypto space needs to evolve in transparency and protection to avoid new financial tragedies.