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Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance in record crypto heist

Source: Ars TechnicaNikou Asgari, Financial TimesOctober 30, 2026
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The exchange reports a total impact of $6.3 billion, with $3 billion in assets frozen. However, analysts suggest $3.3 billion was converted into non-freezable digital assets that the attacker is attempting to cash out.

Key points

  • Estimated $6.3 billion total impact
  • Binance suspended all withdrawals
  • Approximately $3.3 billion converted to non-freezable assets

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