Cyberattack hits Iran’s top crypto exchange; $48M reportedly stolen
Nobitex, Iran’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has confirmed it was targeted in a cyberattack, resulting in a significant security breach.
The incident reportedly led to the theft of approximately $48 million, sparking serious concerns among users and the broader crypto community, News.Az reports, citing Iranian media.
The attack, which targeted Nobitex’s “hot wallet” infrastructure, was claimed by a hacktivist group Predatory Sparrow (Gonjeshke Darande), allegedly linked to Israel.
The group accused Nobitex of facilitating sanctions evasion and financing activities linked to the Iranian government, including support for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
Nobitex said in a statement on…
