💥 On February 21, 2025, Bybit suffered an unprecedented security breach, where between $1.4 and $1.5 billion worth of Ethereum (ETH) was stolen from its cold wallet ❄️🔐, which is supposed to be more secure than hot wallets! 🔥
🔍 How did the hack happen?
🔹 A transfer of funds from a cold wallet to a hot wallet was manipulated, giving hackers unexpected access 🤯.
🔹 After the hack, $1.36 billion in stolen funds were seen moving rapidly between encrypted accounts 📉💀.
🎙️ Bybit's response to the hack:
🗣️ CEO, Ben Zhou: He confirmed that the hack was unprecedented 🚧, but reassured users that the platform will compensate them for any irrecoverable losses ✅.
⚠️ What does this mean for crypto traders?
🚨 The attack highlights the importance of security on trading platforms 🔒 Use 2FA, and keep your funds in private cold wallets 🏦.
🚀 Despite the breakout, the crypto market is still holding up, but investors are on tenterhooks 📊👀.
📢 Were you affected by this hack? Share your thoughts in the comments 💬👇!
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