CryptoSlate reports that the Binance hack, which targeted $6.36 billion, started with a $296 million XRP transfer. An investigation by TRM Labs revealed that the attacker spent 36 hours preparing before executing the operation on October 29, coordinating transfers across 10 blockchains. This detailed planning highlights the sophistication of the attack.
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Source published: Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:40:52 +0000
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