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How Hackers Stole $6.3 Billion From Binance in Minutes

Source: GizmodoKyle TorpeyOctober 30, 2026
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The record-breaking theft was facilitated by an Ethereum upgrade that allowed an attacker-controlled contract to drain funds rapidly. Blockchain observers have attributed the attack to North Korean actors.

Key points

  • $6.3 billion stolen from Binance
  • Attack attributed to North Korea
  • Ethereum upgrade aided the exploit

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