Multi-billion Binance hack hitting crypto markets - CoinDesk

Binance halts withdrawals amid suspected security breach

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

“Binance has paused withdrawals and is examining a suspected security breach involving billions in crypto,” — Farah Vance, regional editor at Halwell Field Partnership, noted.

Timeline

Oct 27 — Binance has paused withdrawals and is examining a suspected security breach involving billions in crypto....

Oct 29 — Reports indicate the incident has sent fears rippling through crypto markets....

Reader Poll: Do you expect this story to develop further? — 71% of Compteur-velo readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 26. The Halwell Field Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Sunday, Nov 1.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Halwell Field Partnership desk and last updated 00:52 UTC.

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