Altcoins News
By Sakamoto Nashi
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In a surprising move that has stirred the cryptocurrency community, a wallet linked to a hacker who previously exploited Coinbase has made a fresh purchase of Ethereum (ETH)…
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According to data from blockchain analytics platform Onchain Lens, the same hacker responsible for siphoning funds from Coinbase users recently bought 4,863 ETH using $12.
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This isn’t the first time the hacker has moved large sums in the Ethereum market. Roughly two months ago, this wallet sold off 26,347 ETH for $68.
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Ethereum’s recent woes underline its status as the prime target for hackers within the crypto ecosystem.
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One concerning trend revealed by SlowMist involves the cross-chain transfer of stolen tokens. Approximately 84.45% of all ETH bridged to Bitcoin—over 432,748 ETH valued at $1.
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Adding to the alarm, more than 5,900 ETH stolen from various attacks remain on the Ethereum blockchain itself, scattered across over 12,000 different wallets.
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Among the most notable security breaches this year was the hack involving the Lazarus Group, a notorious cybercrime organization believed to be state-sponsored.
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The persistence of such attacks underscores ongoing vulnerabilities within Ethereum’s ecosystem.
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Interestingly, despite these unsettling headlines, Ethereum’s market demand does not appear to be faltering.
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At the time of reporting, Ethereum was trading around $2,573, posting a 2.3% gain on the day.
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Market analysts predict that unless a major bullish catalyst emerges, Ethereum is likely to continue trading between the $2,400 and $2,600 range.
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The recent $12.5 million purchase by a previously known hacker highlights ongoing concerns about Ethereum’s security.
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Despite these challenges, Ethereum remains the backbone of the decentralized finance (DeFi) space and a critical pillar of the broader crypto market.
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Still, the unfolding story serves as a stark reminder that as cryptocurrencies grow in value and influence, the need for robust security protocols becomes more urgent.
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The reappearance of the Coinbase hacker with a multi-million dollar Ethereum purchase is more than a headline—it’s a call to action for the crypto industry.
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