Scallop lost about 150,000 SUI after an attacker exploited an old rewards contract, while the main protocol and user funds were not affected. The bug let the attacker inflate rewards and drain the pool, showing risks from unused code still active on-chain.
WeatherlyEvan Tangeman was jailed for 70 months for helping launder money from a $263 million crypto theft ring. He worked with a group linked to Singapore figure Malone Lam, turning stolen crypto into cash and luxury goods.
AnaisA Chinese model found her face had been used without permission in an AI-generated microdrama, where she was shown as a violent villain. She says the use of her image came from photos she had posted online and has now taken legal steps against the platform behind the show.
WeatherlyWestern Union will launch its USD-backed stablecoin USDPT on Solana in May 2026 for settlement with agents, not direct consumer use. It is also building a wallet-to-cash network and a stablecoin card for wider spending later in the year.
AnaisK Bank is working with Ripple to test blockchain remittances for faster and cheaper cross-border payments. The trial is being done in phases, including on-chain transfers to countries like the UAE and Thailand.
WeatherlyxAI’s court fight with Colorado over its AI law has been paused while both sides review possible changes and halt enforcement for now. The case centres on claims the law forces bias in AI systems, with the US Justice Department backing xAI’s constitutional challenge.
AnaisZetaChain paused cross-chain transfers after an attack hit its GatewayEVM contract, affecting only internal wallets and not user funds. The team has blocked the attack path and is investigating, as wider DeFi security concerns continue.
WeatherlySolana Company raised about $8 million by selling shares, with part of the funds set to buy more SOL and support its operations. The move comes after a sharp drop in SOL prices and reduced treasury activity, as firms face pressure but some begin buying again at lower levels.
WeatherlyIsrael has approved BILS, a shekel-backed stablecoin issued by Bits of Gold after a two-year pilot on the Solana blockchain. The token will be fully backed by reserves held in Israel and used for fast digital payments and blockchain-based financial services under strict regulation.
AnaisHackers used Gmail’s dot handling trick and a flaw in Robinhood’s account setup to send fake login alert emails that looked real. The emails came from Robinhood’s own system and tricked some users into clicking phishing links and entering sensitive details on fake websites.
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