Blockstack Counterattacked a Phishing Attempt on Its ICO
When phishing sites tried to con investors during its recent ICO, Blockstack used its tech expertise to turn the tables on the tricksters.
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Nov 30, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. UTC
Nov 30, 2017
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Police Confirm North Korean Connection in Bitcoin Exchange Phishing
Law enforcement officials have confirmed that hackers from North Korea sought to steal bitcoins from exchanges in South Korea.
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Oct 2, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. UTC
Oct 2, 2017
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Bitcoin Phishing Scheme Perpetrator Pleads Guilty in Connecticut Court
A Connecticut resident has pleaded guilty to charges that he stole more than $300,000 in bitcoin as part of a phishing scheme.
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Jun 29, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. UTC
Jun 29, 2017
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Federal Court Dismisses Bitcoin Startup BitPay's Phishing Lawsuit
A legal fight between bitcoin payment processor BitPay and a major insurance company has ended, court documents reveal.
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May 24, 2016 at 4:18 p.m. UTC
May 24, 2016
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Bitcoin Foundation Issues Fraud Alert Over Cloned Websites
The Bitcoin Foundation has warned that two unaffiliated fake websites are trying to con users out of their funds.
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Dec 2, 2014 at 4:03 p.m. UTC
Dec 2, 2014
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Phishing Scam Targets US Marshals Service Bitcoin Auction List
The attack targeted individuals on the leaked Silk Road auction email list, successfully stealing 100 BTC.
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Jul 4, 2014 at 4:46 p.m. UTC
Jul 4, 2014
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Hook, Line and Sinker: How to Avoid Bitcoin Phishing Scams
Scammers are resorting to old tricks like phishing emails to steal bitcoin. Here's how to keep your funds safe.
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Jun 14, 2014 at 9:55 a.m. UTC
Jun 14, 2014
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Bitstamp Restores Withdrawals Following Security Scare
Bitstamp is restoring withdrawals to all accounts following criminal attempts to access users’ funds.
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Feb 20, 2014 at 9:00 p.m. UTC
Feb 20, 2014