Big news in the world of cryptocurrency! Hackers stole a huge amount of money from a company called Bybit. It was the biggest cryptocurrency hack ever! They got away with about $1.5 billion worth of Ethereum (ETH), which is like a special type of internet money.
- Hackers used a computer virus to get into a developer's computer.
- They tricked the system to send the money to their own account.
- The hackers used special tools and hid their location.
- The company is fixing its security to prevent this from happening again.
Fact | Detail |
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Amount Stolen | $1.5 Billion (Ethereum) |
Method | Malware on a developer's computer |
Hackers' Location | Hidden using VPN |
Ethereum (ETH) | Like digital money used online |