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BITTENSOR SECURITY BREACH HALTS NETWORK, TAO TOKEN DROPS
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Bittensor has experienced a major security breach, leading to a halt in network operations and a significant drop in the value of its TAO token. Efforts to investigate and contain the breach are currently underway.
Detection and Immediate Response
The Bittensor team detected suspicious activity on Wednesday morning, prompting an immediate suspension of all network operations. Blockchain explorers confirmed that no new blocks were generated for over six hours, effectively putting the network in "safe mode" and blocking all transactions. This swift action aimed to prevent potential further damage.
Impact on TAO Token Value
The market responded quickly to the news, with the Bittensor (TAO) price dropping by 12%, reflecting investor concerns about the network’s security. The price fell from $281.67 to $237.32 in just 24 hours.
Investigation and Community Response
While official details are limited, early reports suggest the attack involved unauthorized access to user wallets. Security researcher ZachXBT proposed that a leak of private keys might be the root cause. Bittensor co-founder Ala Shaabana confirmed the network halt and assured users that the situation is under control, stating that the attack has been contained.
The Bittensor community on Discord is actively discussing the situation. A moderator named "Watchmaker" confirmed that the network will remain in "safe mode" for at least 24 hours while the investigation continues. As a precaution, regular software updates have been temporarily suspended until the network is fully restored and secured.
Market Impact and Token Performance
The security breach has significantly impacted the Bittensor ecosystem, particularly its native token, TAO. In the 24 hours following the incident, TAO’s price fell by more than 12%, continuing a 16.50% price decline over the past week. Amidst the chaos, the open interest of TAO surged by 16.38%, with a current valuation of $36.4 million.
