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Added to Foundry Oct 30, 2026
ENA Falls as Binance Hacker Sells $33.93M in Tokens - COINOTAG
COINOTAG
According to COINOTAG, On-chain tracking indicates that the attacker responsible for the $6.3 billion Binance security breach sold 217.5 million ENA governance tokens for approximately $33.93 million, contributing to a downward trend in ENA's price chart.
Why it matters
The sale of a large quantity of tokens by an exploiter associated with a massive security breach creates significant selling pressure and market volatility for the ENA token, impacting its technical chart structure.
Added to Foundry Oct 30, 2026
Nomad Bridge Exploiter Extradited to US Over $2.8M Theft - COINOTAG
COINOTAG
According to COINOTAG, Alexander Block (formerly Alexander Gurevich), the alleged initiator of the 2022 Nomad bridge protocol theft, has been extradited from Israel to the United States following failed appeals.
Why it matters
The extradition marks a significant legal milestone in the accountability process for the 2022 Nomad bridge exploit, which resulted in substantial financial losses for users.
Added to Foundry Oct 30, 2026
ZCG Proposes Redirecting 98,000 ZEC to Miner Reserve
Basis Desk
According to Basis Desk, The Zcash Community Grants (ZCG) committee has proposed reducing its 8% block subsidy allocation and redirecting approximately 98,000 ZEC to the Non-Shielding Mining (NSM) reserve. This phased model aims to sustain miner rewards through 2032 as halving events occur, aiming to secure long-term network participation.
Why it matters
The proposal directly impacts long-term Zcash network security incentives, developer funding, and the economic distribution of protocol funds, marking a significant potential shift in Zcash governance and tokenomics.
Added to Foundry Oct 30, 2026
North Korean group blamed for $6.3bn Binance hack in biggest ever crypto heist | Binance | The Guardian
The Guardian
According to The Guardian, the cryptocurrency exchange Binance experienced a record $6.3 billion hack, with cybersecurity firms identifying the North Korean hacking group TraderTraitor as the likely culprit. The exchange has suspended deposits and withdrawals to secure infrastructure and trace affected assets, and reports indicate that approximately $3 billion of the stolen funds have been located while company executives have pledged to cover user losses.
Why it matters
This incident represents the largest crypto heist to date; users on centralized exchanges should exercise extreme caution, as such breaches can affect liquidity, market stability, and the safety of personal assets held on custodial platforms.
Added to Foundry Oct 30, 2026
Binance's $6.3 billion hack: What we know and what comes next
CNBC
According to CNBC, Binance is investigating a $6.3 billion hack linked by TRM Labs to a North Korean state-sponsored group, with approximately $3 billion in assets frozen so far. The exchange has pledged to cover all losses, and analysts do not currently expect the incident to create a significant solvency risk for the platform.
Why it matters
A major security breach of a leading global exchange is a significant market event that highlights ongoing risks to large-scale centralized crypto asset storage.
Added to Foundry Oct 30, 2026
Hanwha to Build RWA Tokenization Platform With Chainlink
Times of Blockchain
According to Times of Blockchain, Hanwha Investment & Securities has partnered with Chainlink to develop a global real-world asset (RWA) tokenization platform. The platform will leverage Chainlink's CCIP and data standards to facilitate the issuance, distribution, and use of tokenized assets as collateral across financial markets. A joint working group has also been established to explore institutional use cases and South Korea's tokenized securities market ahead of the regulatory framework launch in February 2027.
Why it matters
This partnership highlights the continued expansion of institutional RWA tokenization, integrating traditional financial infrastructure with Chainlink's interoperability solutions. It also marks a significant step in South Korean financial institutions preparing for the country's upcoming tokenized securities framework.
Added to Foundry Oct 30, 2026
Dubai VARA Highlights Tokenization’s Reach Into Market Infrastructure
TokenPost
According to TokenPost, Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) released its latest 'Regulatory Radar' report, emphasizing that tokenization extends beyond traded financial products to include wholesale markets, securities recordkeeping, and frameworks for tokenized securities. VARA is prioritizing the integration of tokenized assets with established systems such as settlement infrastructure and real estate markets.
Why it matters
This report clarifies the regulatory focus of a key global jurisdiction, indicating that tokenization development is shifting toward core market infrastructure and real-world asset integration rather than just consumer-facing products.
Added to Foundry Oct 30, 2026
Kraken restores trading after one-hour outage affects spot and derivatives
crypto.news
According to crypto.news, the Kraken exchange experienced a one-hour disruption on October 30, 2026, which affected spot and derivatives trading, including website, mobile, REST, and WebSocket connections. The issue began at 02:42 UTC and was fully resolved by 03:42 UTC, though the exchange has not provided a technical explanation for the connectivity failures.
Why it matters
Exchange outages can prevent users from managing their positions or executing trades during periods of market volatility, highlighting the risks associated with centralized infrastructure.
Added to Foundry Oct 30, 2026
BLUR Delisting: Upbit Ends KRW and BTC Trading Nov 30 - COINOTAG
COINOTAG
According to COINOTAG, The South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Upbit has announced it will delist BLUR from its Korean won (KRW) and Bitcoin (BTC) trading markets effective November 30, 2026.
Why it matters
The delisting of BLUR on a major exchange like Upbit significantly impacts liquidity and access for Korean investors, potentially leading to increased price volatility for the asset.
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