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Crypto Testnet Hacked But Client Funds Safe

Galaxy Digital Experiences Cybersecurity Incident with Minimal Impact

  • Galaxy Digital reported unauthorized access to an isolated development workspace.
  • The incident resulted in a loss of less than $10,000, impacting funds used for testing.
  • No client funds or account information were compromised during the breach.
  • The firm swiftly contained the intrusion and secured the affected environment.
  • Cybersecurity breaches in the crypto sector lead to annual losses estimated between $1–2 billion.

Galaxy Digital emphasized that the affected workspace was solely for research and development and not linked to its core systems or client accounts. The firm continues to enhance security measures across its infrastructure following this incident.

Despite the cybersecurity breach, Galaxy Digital confirmed that all platforms remain secure and operational for clients, with no client assets at risk during this event. (Source)

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