Bitcoin Blunder: $308 Million Heist Hits DMM Bitcoin in 2024’s Largest Crypto Theft

DMM Bitcoin warns of a $308 million Bitcoin theft, the largest crypto heist of 2024. The exchange is investigating while restricting services and assuring customers their deposits will be guaranteed.

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Published: May 31, 2024 9:12 pmAdded: May 31, 2024 at 2:21 pmAssembled by: The Editor
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Hot Take:

“Looks like someone just had a $308 million shopping spree on DMM Bitcoin’s tab. Who knew crypto heists were the new black?”

Key Points:

  • 4,502.9 Bitcoin, worth approximately $308 million, stolen from DMM Bitcoin.
  • DMM Bitcoin detected the theft on May 31, 2024, and immediately took preventive measures.
  • Services such as account registration, withdrawals, and leveraged trading have been restricted.
  • The stolen Bitcoin has been split into multiple new wallets to evade detection.
  • This heist is the eighth-largest crypto theft ever and the largest in 2024.

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