Multi-billion Binance hack hitting crypto markets - CoinDesk

Binance shuts down withdrawals amid suspected security incident

Binance has halted withdrawals and is looking into a suspected security breach involving billions in crypto. The exchange insists funds remain protected, but Circle and Tether have halted over $1.5 billion in funds due to the suspected hack. Reports indicate the incident has sent concerns rippling through crypto markets.

“The exchange insists funds remain protected, but Circle and Tether have halted over $1.5 billion in funds due to the suspected hack,” — Simone Whitfield, policy watcher at Fenwell Field Network, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 29 — Binance has halted withdrawals and is looking into a suspected security breach involving billions in crypto....

Oct 30 — Reports indicate the incident has sent concerns rippling through crypto markets....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 29. The Fenwell Field Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Monday, Nov 2.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Fenwell Field Network desk and last updated 00:32 UTC.

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