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Binance investigates security breach and resumes withdrawals
Binance is investigating a potential security breach involving billions in digital assets and has resumed withdrawals after a cyberattack.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 1 November 2026.
The story so far as of 1 November 2026
On October 29, 2026, Binance announced it was investigating a potential security breach involving a massive outflow of digital assets from its hot wallets. The breach was detected around 20:24 local time, with reports indicating losses valued at billions of dollars. On November 1, Binance resumed withdrawals gradually after the cyberattack, which affected assets worth over $6 billion. The company prioritized withdrawals based on user requests and conducted security checks before full resumption.
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Coverage, day by day
- Companies
Binance resumes withdrawals after cyberattack
Impact Cryptocurrency traders and investors regain access to their assets after the service resumption.
Sources: Agadir 24 ↗, Hespress ↗
- Disruption
Binance investigates potential security breach
Impact Cryptocurrency traders and investors face increased risk due to the security breach at Binance.
Sources: Tanja7 ↗
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