Crypto.com has just recognized that were was a cyber attack on its platform.
Users were brought on to the news when their accounts suddenly required two-factor authentication sign-in, along with paused withdrawals. While users were quickly assured that everything was safe, Crypto.com CEO, Kris Marszalek, has just confirmed that up to 400 accounts were hacked, amounting to $15 million USD in stolen Ethereum (4,600 ETH).
Marszalek has since revealed that all accounts were reimbursed and that, “given the scale of the business, these numbers are not particularly material and customer funds were not at risk.”
In other crypto news, OpenSea acquires crypto wallet startup Dharma Labs.