The well-known digital asset platform Binance admitted to the $6.3 billion hack. In a statement released on Friday, October 30, it indicated that it will cover all losses.

According to Binance’s statement on the X social network, it has set aside over $6.34 billion in corporate funds to address the consequences of the attack, while “another $3 billion in digital assets were frozen thanks to the collaboration of various companies in the industry,” reports the specialized website Crypto247.

The availability of these funds may delay Binance’s response to the crime. The exchange has indicated that it is making every effort to provide a satisfactory solution and confirmed it will use all necessary corporate resources.

 

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Google is preparing to launch, possibly by 2027, a tool called Google Multi-Party Compute that will allow banks to offer cryptocurrency custody and transfer without centralizing a complete private key in a single location.

Presented in New York this week, the tool is aimed at banks and other financial institutions that need to safeguard and transfer cryptocurrencies and tokenized assets.

The service is not yet available; it remains in preview. But the focus is on maintaining control over who gains control of the private key, since that person has the ability to “dispose of the associated funds, making its custody a central security point for banks and institutional providers.”

The technology company’s proposal aims to “prevent that complete secret from existing in a single location.” Essentially, Multi-Party Compute (MPC) divides the key into fragments held by different parties, instead of maintaining a complete copy on a single system.

The goal is to secure operations with cryptocurrencies and tokenized assets, helping to prevent “a compromised credential or an unauthorized transfer from directly leading to an attacker gaining control of the funds.”

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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin issued a warning about AI, stating that this technology could break the cryptography protecting Bitcoin and Ethereum.

The Russian author doesn’t refer to an immediate danger, but does recommend being careful with exposure to the most vulnerable cryptography.

The warning was issued on October 7th, when Buterin responded to Drake, who has been “asking the industry to prepare for what he calls a ‘bunker mode’ for some time.” The conversation revolved around two areas: “lattices, a type of mathematical problem that underpins post-quantum signatures, and the signature algorithm used by virtually all cryptocurrency wallets.”

Without delving into the mathematical complexity, the discussion focused on analyzing “the mechanism that transforms a private key into a verifiable signature without revealing it, and which underlies every Bitcoin or Ether transfer. Anyone who could break it could sign transactions on behalf of another.”

According to Buterin, the industry assumes that elliptic curves will fall to quantum computers and that hash functions — which combine data into a fixed-length code without an exploitable pattern — and lattices will endure. His doubt lies in this second point.

The Ethereum co-founder advises digital asset holders against moving their funds to new wallets for now and warned against taking seriously the risks that AI poses to cryptography.

Buterin’s fear stems from a debate that is not recent, but rather dates back several years, during which the question of “what will happen when a quantum computer can break public-key cryptography” has been discussed. The novelty lies in the risk factor: it is not quantum computing, but artificial intelligence applied to mathematics.

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Those who enjoy the popular Roblox game have likely been tempted at some point to look for a way to get free Robux. This virtual currency (Robux) can unlock a wide variety of experiences within the platform. Younger players, in particular, may want more Robux due to a combination of FOMO (fear of missing out) and the desire to improve their online status. ESET, a leading company in proactive threat detection, warns of the importance of differentiating between “free” and “earned” when it comes to obtaining Robux, in order to distinguish between legitimate offers and avoid scams.

There are official Roblox programs, as well as programs from trusted partners like Microsoft, that allow you to complete tasks and/or answer questions to earn a Roblox gift card. Additionally, Roblox offers 25 % more Robux when users legitimately purchase the virtual currency through the website, computers, or gift cards. There are also ways to monetizar contenido dentro de Roblox. For example, through subscriptions, charging access fees, selling items or skills that other Roblox users can buy, offering private servers, or marketing models and add-ons for other creators in the Creator Store. It’s even possible to sell avatar items in the Marketplace and earn a share of the profits.

However, these are opportunities to earn Robux, and they can be more difficult to access than they seem. In other words, you really don’t get anything for free.

“Roblox makes it very clear: ‘There is no such thing as free Robux, free subscription offers, cheats, or codes.’ What does exist, unfortunately, are numerous scammers trying to trick you into giving away your personal information and account login details by promising free Robux,” says Mario Micucci, Cybersecurity Researcher at ESET Latin America.

ESET maintains that there are as many variations of these scams as there are legitimate ways to earn Robux. Here are some of the most common:

• “Free” Robux generators that ask for your Roblox username and, in some cases, request that you complete surveys or install software. As you might expect, the criminals only want your username to try to hijack your account. The surveys are often designed to collect personal information without the user’s knowledge, and the software may include malicious code. Roblox is a popular platform among cybercriminals for distributing malware.
• Phishing pages that you reach after clicking a link in an email, unsolicited message, or malicious ad. These pages mimic the official Roblox website to steal your credentials.
• Fake giveaways on social media platforms like YouTube, TikTok, or Discord. The administrator claims to be giving away thousands of free Robux, but the provided link is malicious.
• Limited-time offers, which can arrive via phishing emails or social media posts and ads. The goal is to create a sense of urgency to trick you into making a bad decision, such as clicking a link or sharing personal information in exchange for supposed “free Robux” that don’t actually exist.
• Fake gift cards are another opportunity for scammers to get what they want. They may offer to exchange personal information, login credentials, or even money for a gift card code that doesn’t actually exist.

Legitimate promotions will never ask for your password or two-step verification code

“Any site that asks for login credentials or a supposed ‘human verification’ outside of the official Roblox website is a scam, unless you can independently verify that it is an official Roblox page or an authorized partner,” warns the ESET researcher.

ESET advises that legitimate promotions will never ask for your password or two-factor authentication (2FA) code. They also won’t use limited-time offers or attention-grabbing promises. They won’t warn you that you could lose Robux if you don’t act quickly. And they will never ask you to download a supposed “Robux generator.”

“Be wary of any special offers related to Robux. Never share your login credentials or personal information with other users. Also, avoid clicking on suspicious links or entering your passwords on non-Roblox websites,” advises Micucci.

If you are a parent or guardian and you are worried that your child might fall for these types of scams, it is important to take a moment to talk about these concerns. The main goal is to teach good digital security habits, such as not sharing passwords or clicking on suspicious links. It’s also important to help them understand that “free Robux” doesn’t exist and that this virtual currency has a real cost.

ESET maintains that it’s important for children to feel comfortable approaching adults with any problem, regardless of what happened. This can only be achieved by calmly explaining why they can’t freely access their credit card and why they can only use the platform responsibly.

If you believe a child or teenager has already been the victim of a scam, ESET recommends changing the account login credentials (and any other shared credentials), enabling two-factor authentication (2FA), and verifying that the recovery email address hasn’t been changed. Review linked payment methods for suspicious activity and consider contacting the bank or freezing the card. If there are concerns about malware, it’s important to scan the device with a reliable security solution. Above all, do not blame the child, but listen to them, reassure them, and help them follow these steps.

To learn more about ESET and this topic, you can check:  https://www.welivesecurity.com/es/seguridad-menores/robux-gratis-estafas-roblox/.

Other useful preventative information regarding cybersecurity and protection can be found at: https://www.eset.com/ve/, and on their social media channels @eset_ve. Also on Instagram (@esetla) and Facebook (ESET).

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The last quarter of 2026 features a calendar of events related to the cryptocurrency ecosystem, blockchain technology, investments, and new developments in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

In this regard, crypto enthusiasts have several options:

• TOKEN2049 Singapore 2026: On October 7 and 8, a global summit for executives, founders, and Web3 networkers will take place in Singapore.
• LABITCONF 2026: From October 29 to November 1, at Costa Salguero, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Latin America’s longest-running Bitcoin and crypto conference with news for professionals and the general public.
• Devcon 8: The global conference for developers of the Ethereum ecosystem, November 3-6, in Mumbai, India.
• Blockchain Summit Latam Bogotá 2026: Taking place at Universidad Externado de Colombia, Bogotá, November 4-6.
• Solana Breakpoint 2026: Those interested in updates and projects within the Solana ecosystem can attend this event in London, November 15-17.
• Blockchain Life 2026: In Dubai, United Arab Emirates, November 1-2, focusing on trading, mining, and major global exchanges.

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The Central Bank of Brazil announced the suspension of international transfers using USDT and USDC, affecting the operation of platforms that offer this service.

International payments, remittances, and cross-border payments will be affected by the closure of “a key channel used by fintechs and individual users.

The suspension represents a radical change in the landscape of digital money flows in the region, “in a context where the volume traded with these digital assets represented a substantial part of the local market.” In this sense, fintech companies that used the blockchain network to reduce costs and accelerate these operations now face a scenario of strict compliance.

According to analysts, the decision increases state control over digital operations, in addition to deepening the tension between state regulations and the adoption of decentralized financial tools.

On the one hand, the Central Bank of Brazil (BCB) seeks to protect the real, the local currency, against the rise of digital currencies, and on the other, market players are assessing the impact on competitiveness and innovation in the Brazilian crypto ecosystem.

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In a further step against cryptocurrency illicit activity, India’s Financial Intelligence Unit notified 15 digital asset platforms that their applications and URLs must be removed from public access for non-compliance.

According to the FIU notification, the fifteen platforms allegedly violated the Anti-Money Laundering Act and therefore face blocking. “The practical scope will depend on the implementation of the requests and the responses submitted by the companies.”

The list of sanctioned platforms “includes Weex, Blofin, Bitunix, DigiFinex, and Toobit, as well as Rezorex, XT.com, Latoken, WOO X, and Pionex. ChangeNow, SimpleSwap, FixedFloat, WhiteBIT, and Guardarian are also listed.”

The FIU is clear about the obligations of local and foreign exchanges regarding registration, requested transaction reports, and penalties for non-compliance.

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Cybercriminals are using a fake Claude desktop application to spread RevStealer malware, which has reportedly affected more than 50 crypto wallets.

In their operations, the hackers have used the fake Claude Opus 5 Free Desktop app to steal browser login passwords, documents, cookies, and messaging data.

According to the cybersecurity firm Morphisec, “RevStealer was previously distributed through GitHub repositories and sites related to video game cheats, but the most notable case is a fake project called Claude Opus 5 Free Desktop that impersonates the AI ​​developer Anthropic and promises free access to Claude.”

Prior to the attack, the malware analyzes the target computer’s available memory, as well as the number of processor cores, hostname, username, and graphics hardware. If it exceeds these parameters, it stores itself under a random name and executes covertly.

This information supplements the warnings and analyses released by ESET, a global firm specializing in proactive threat detection.

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Venezuelans are turning to cryptocurrencies as a hedge against the devaluation of the bolivar and the difficulty of obtaining dollars. However, this trend is not aligned with key areas that remain underdeveloped, such as the integration between crypto platforms and local banks, and a regulatory framework that lacks confidence.

Venezuelans are turning to cryptocurrencies as a hedge against the devaluation of the bolivar and the difficulty of obtaining dollars. “Venezuela has moved beyond the initial experimentation phase in the world of digital assets to become a market with high adoption rates. However, the country faces a significant paradox: the widespread use of cryptocurrencies and stablecoins has not yet fully integrated with the traditional financial and banking system,” analysts indicate.

In this regard, André Sprone, head of Latin America for the MEXC platform, refers to the current Venezuelan landscape as “a phase of high adoption and low integration.”

According to Sprone, on the one hand, Venezuelans are increasingly using instruments like USDT on a daily basis, but “formal connections between exchanges, local banks, and regulatory frameworks remain limited.”

This gap creates a problem when users want to convert the balance in their crypto wallets within the local commercial system. Although tools such as cards linked to crypto balances exist to facilitate spending, the effectiveness of these products is still limited by the gap between reference exchange rates and payment settlement dynamics.

What Sprone recommends for moving toward true financial maturity is a clear and robust regulatory framework that fosters trust and legal certainty. Furthermore, direct and secure channels between local banks and crypto platforms are needed, along with transparent financial education regarding the risks and rights associated with new digital instruments.

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The neobank and digital financial technology company Revolut announced the launch of its own stablecoin, EURR, backed by the euro and issued by Bridge, a subsidiary of Stripe.

With this innovation, it will be fully integrated into the Revolut app for eligible individuals in Denmark, Poland, and Portugal.

The initiative represents a crucial step for Revolut in its desire to “serve as a bridge between official money and cryptocurrencies. In this way, the fintech brings the euro into the on-chain environment and connects its traditional money, foreign exchange, and crypto asset services,” the company explains.

Revolut’s stablecoin was designed to maintain a value of one euro and is backed by reserves held and managed by the issuer, in accordance with MiCA regulations.

By the end of 2026, the neobank plans to extend the availability of the EURR stablecoin to the entire European economic landscape, as well as launch alternatives in other currencies, “something that will be contingent on the product’s maturity and its operational and regulatory viability.”

Selected customers will have instant access to the crypto ecosystem in euros, with “real utility for stablecoins that no other traditional bank or native crypto platform can match,” according to a statement from Emil Urmanshin, Director of Crypto and New Bets at Revolut.

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