On May 27, 2025, hackers leaked the personal data of Solana co-founder Raj Gokal, including his ID card and phone number, on the hacked Instagram page of the group Migos with 13 million followers. In the message, the hackers stated that Gokal refused to pay a ransom of 40 BTC (approximately $4.36 million). The attackers also published a photo, presumably of Gokal's wife with documents, and urged members of the Telegram chat to attack him. The incident is likely related to a failed extortion attempt, according to The Block.
This event highlights the growing threat of cybercrime in the crypto industry. Solana Labs has not yet commented on the situation, but such attacks are becoming increasingly common. Experts emphasize the need to strengthen security measures for key individuals in blockchain projects. In 2024, hackers already attacked the Solana ecosystem, particularly through malicious npm packages, leading to asset theft.
This incident serves as a warning for the entire crypto industry. Stay tuned for updates!
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