Cyber Chaos Hits Iran’s Top Crypto Exchange: Nobitex Breached

Early this morning, June 18, 2025, Iran’s leading crypto platform, Nobitex, was hit by a major cyberattack targeting its hot wallets. The exploit resulted in the theft of a substantial portion of the exchange’s on-chain assets. A group identifying itself as “Gonjeshke Darande” (translating to "Predatory Sparrow") has stepped forward claiming responsibility. Allegedly linked to Israeli cyber operations, the group is now threatening to release Nobitex’s source code within 24 hours, adding fuel to an already tense digital battleground.