BtcTurk was Cyber Attacked: Loss of 55 Million Dollars
BtcTurk, one of Turkey's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, suffered a major cyber attack on June 22, 2024. In this attack, approximately $55 million worth of cryptocurrency was stolen. The incident created great concern in the crypto community and among investors.
Details of the Attack
BtcTurk officials stated that they took the necessary security measures immediately after the attack was noticed and worked to ensure the security of user assets. Initial investigations revealed that the attack was a sophisticated cyber attack on the stock exchange system. Cooperation is being made with international cyber security experts to recover stolen assets and catch attackers.
Support from Binance
Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, announced that it will provide support to BtcTurk, which was exposed to the attack. Binance stated that they have helped exchanges that were subjected to cyber attacks in the past and that they are experienced in this regard. Binance's support is an assurance for BtcTurk users and can play an important role in the process of compensating losses.
Users' Reaction
After the cyber attack, BtcTurk users expressed their concerns and reactions on social media. Many users state that they are uneasy about the security of their assets and demand that BtcTurk resolve this situation quickly. Exchange officials emphasized that they are doing their best to minimize users' losses and ensure security.
