North Korean hackers are setting up fake cryptocurrency job websites to infect blockchain professionals with malware designed to steal their digital wallet credentials, according to cybersecurity researchers at Cisco Talos. It’s a sneaky play—posing as recruiters to lure crypto workers into downloading malicious software that swipes sensitive info.

Editor’s Note: If you’re in crypto, this is a heads-up—North Korea’s cyber ops are getting craftier. They’re not just hacking exchanges anymore; they’re going after individuals with convincing job scams. Given how much money flows through crypto, these attacks could lead to major thefts or even disrupt projects. Stay skeptical of too-good-to-be-true offers.

A pro-Israel group reportedly hacked $90 million in cryptocurrency from Iranian entities, dealing a significant financial blow to the regime. This cyberattack isn't just about the money—it's a strategic strike that could weaken Iran's ability to fund its operations, especially amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Hackers who stole over $100 million from Iranian crypto exchange Nobitex have now dumped the platform's entire source code online, escalating the fallout from the breach. The group, Gonjeshke Darande, publicly shared the code on Twitter, adding insult to injury after one of the largest crypto heists in recent memory.

When most people think of crypto crime, they picture flashy scandals like FTX—but the real risks are often more subtle and technical. Journalist Jennie Levin dives into the less obvious threats lurking in blockchain systems, from sophisticated hacks to regulatory blind spots. Turns out, the wild west of crypto isn’t just about fraud; it’s a cat-and-mouse game between bad actors and the folks still figuring out how to police decentralized tech.