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On Septem, hackers stole more than $275 million worth of crypto from KuCoin in one of the largest ever exchange hacks. Here's what we know. 15 de mar. de 2025NFPrompt, an AI-based art and NFT trading platform incubated by Binance, suffered a severe security breach, which the FBI is investigating. An official statement highlighted 17 de ene. de 2025In October 2025, the Binance blockchain halted transactions due to so-called, “irregular activity.” 2 It was later uncovered that a $570 million hack had occurred and that the 24 de abr. de 2025KuCoin’s Twitter account was briefly compromised, causing the platform’s users to lose over 22,000 USDT to hackers through fake activity. The crypto exchange was able to 13 de sept. de 2025A global malware threat is altering cryptocurrency withdrawal addresses, causing financial losses, but Binance's security team is counteracting these threats by blacklisting 15 de mar. de 2025According to the platform’s official statement, hackers managed to compromise several wallets, including those belonging to NFP’s contract administrators, gaining unauthorized 7 de oct. de 2025Hackers have stolen around $570mn in tokens from Binance, in a rare blow to the world’s biggest crypto exchange and another dent to the troubled digital assets industry struggling 10 de feb. de 2025The non-fungible token [NFT] plus decentralized finance [DeFi] protocol, Dego finance was hacked on Thursday. The project was recently launched and is building on multiple 20 de ene. de 2025Multiple crypto platforms, including Dawn Internet, UniLend Finance, and Moonray, have been hacked, resulting in losses for users. Phishing scams are prevalent, utilizing

Another DeFi NFT Platform Hacked: Binance & KuCoin Warned Amidst Growing Security Concerns

The DeFi and NFT space is facing increasing scrutiny as another platform falls victim to a significant security breach. This time, it's NFPrompt, an AI-based art and NFT trading platform incubated by Binance, that has suffered a severe security breach. An official statement highlighted that hackers managed to compromise several wallets, including those belonging to NFP’s contract administrators, gaining unauthorized access. 15 de mar. de 2025

This incident adds to a growing list of concerning events impacting major crypto exchanges and platforms. Recent events have put Binance and KuCoin on high alert, urging users to exercise extreme caution.

History of Hacks and Security Breaches: A Wake-Up Call

This latest hack underscores the vulnerabilities plaguing the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Let's examine recent incidents involving major players:

KuCoin: Back in September, hackers stole more than $275 million worth of crypto from KuCoin in one of the largest ever exchange hacks. Here's what we know. On Septem Further, 24 de abr. de 2025 KuCoin’s Twitter account was briefly compromised, causing the platform’s users to lose over 22,000 USDT to hackers through fake activity. The crypto exchange was able to recover some of the stolen funds.
Binance: The world's largest crypto exchange hasn't been immune. 17 de ene. de 2025 In October 2025, the Binance blockchain halted transactions due to so-called, “irregular activity.” 2 It was later uncovered that a $570 million hack had occurred and that the 7 de oct. de 2025 Hackers have stolen around $570mn in tokens from Binance, in a rare blow to the world’s biggest crypto exchange and another dent to the troubled digital assets industry struggling to maintain user trust. Binance is also actively fighting global malware threats. 13 de sept. de 2025 A global malware threat is altering cryptocurrency withdrawal addresses, causing financial losses, but Binance's security team is counteracting these threats by blacklisting malicious addresses.

DeFi Vulnerabilities Exposed

It's not just centralized exchanges that are at risk. DeFi protocols are also prime targets. 10 de feb. de 2025 The non-fungible token [NFT] plus decentralized finance [DeFi] protocol, Dego finance was hacked on Thursday. The project was recently launched and is building on multiple blockchains, highlighting the broad reach of these attacks. 20 de ene. de 2025 Multiple crypto platforms, including Dawn Internet, UniLend Finance, and Moonray, have been hacked, resulting in losses for users. Phishing scams are prevalent, utilizing social engineering tactics to steal private keys and access user accounts.

FBI Investigating NFPrompt Hack

The severity of the NFPrompt breach has prompted a full-scale investigation by the FBI, according to an official statement. This highlights the increasing seriousness with which law enforcement is treating these crypto-related crimes.

What Does This Mean for Crypto Users?

These recurring hacks serve as a stark reminder of the risks associated with investing in cryptocurrencies and participating in the DeFi ecosystem. Users are strongly advised to:

Exercise extreme caution when interacting with DeFi platforms and NFTs.
Implement strong password security and enable two-factor authentication (2FA) wherever possible.
Be wary of phishing attempts and never share your private keys or seed phrases.
Diversify your holdings and avoid storing large amounts of cryptocurrency on a single platform or wallet.
Stay informed about the latest security threats and vulnerabilities.

The future of DeFi and NFTs depends on addressing these security challenges and building trust within the community. Binance and KuCoin, along with other major players, need to prioritize security enhancements and collaborate to combat these growing threats effectively.