Binance investigates suspected multi-billion dollar cyberattack

At a glance

Binance opened an investigation into a suspected cyberattack that took place on Thursday.2 4
Initial estimates indicate billions of dollars in cryptocurrency were drained or stolen.1 2 4
Billions of dollars in crypto assets have been frozen following the incident.1 3

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, launched an investigation into a suspected cyberattack that occurred on Thursday.2 3 4

Estimates suggest that billions of dollars in digital assets were drained or stolen during the attack.1 2 4

Following the suspected breach, billions of dollars in cryptocurrency have been frozen.1 3

Where sources agree

Binance is investigating a cyberattack4 of 4
Billions in cryptocurrency were stolen3 of 4
The incident occurred on Thursday2 of 4
Billions in crypto have been frozen2 of 4

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1 International3 National

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