Let's cut to the chase. Whatever the case may be, you’re here because you’re either already invested in Bitcoin or you’re even just considering it. Well, you’ve certainly heard all the hype about it. There’s the allure, the hype, the siren song of riches, and the Cassandra cry of doom....
Look, I get it. Crypto can feel like the Wild West. You read about Bitcoin millionaires, you might have tried your hand at it … and then BAM! The fear sets in. What if you screw it all up? What if you lose everything?That fear is healthy. It means you're...
Introduction to Trezor's Security AlertTrezor is probably the most recognizable name in the hardware wallet space. Last week it sent out a security alert encouraging users to take additional precautions against phishing scams. This warning follows a recent and worrisome incident where attackers used Trezor’s customer support contact form. This...
Okay, let's cut the crap. You woke up this morning, maybe saw the headline: Trezor phishing attack. Panic set in, right? We know you’re already picturing all of your hard earned crypto disappearing into the ether, poof! Gone. Before you panic and set your portfolio on fire and/or begin frantically...
A recent phishing incident has prompted Trezor, a provider of hardware wallets, to issue a security alert and urge users to update their devices. The alert comes after news surfaced of a victim losing 10 BTC, showing how scammers over the years have become more sophisticated in their targeting of...
So, Trezor got phished. Irony, much? We’re all meant to be our own banks, impervious to the systemic collapse of the legacy world. A phishing attack targeting Trezor users serves as a stark reminder: the self-custody dream needs a serious reality check. Wanting to be your own bank isn’t sufficient,...
Imagine this: you walk to your mailbox, and nestled amongst the junk mail and bills is a crisp, official-looking letter. It's from Ledger. Your heart skips a beat. Urgent Security Update Required it screams. A wave of anxiety washes over you. This isn’t your average bait phishing email that you...
A recent mega breach has seen a jaw dropping 16 billion exposed access credentials hit the web. This shocking discovery put a heavy pall over the world of cryptocurrency. Even though this breach may be fallen off of headlines, it’s not business as usual. This breach is a wake-up call....
Sixteen billion credentials leaked. Sixteen billion. The news blares with stories of password reuse, weak authentication, and user carelessness. We’re lectured on the need to update our passwords yet again, utilize 2FA and otherwise self-flagellate for not being suspicious enough. Come on, let’s stop playing, is it really all our...
The world of crypto—as promising and lucrative as it may be—is a wild west riddled with cybercriminals. Mehdi Farooq, a New York-based venture capitalist, was recently the target of a particularly advanced phishing attack. This case is a timely reminder of the dangers that continue to evolve in the crypto...
