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2016 Bitfinex Hack - Inside the Largest Bitcoin Heist of the Bitfinex Cryptocurrency Exchange - cover

2016 Bitfinex Hack - Inside the Largest Bitcoin Heist of the Bitfinex Cryptocurrency Exchange

Fouad Sabry

Editorial: One Billion Knowledgeable

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Sinopsis

Dive into the pivotal moment that shook the digital finance world—the 2016 Bitfinex Hack. In the rapidly evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies, understanding the intersection of political science, cybercrime, and blockchain technology is no longer optional. This book explores a landmark event that not only tested the resilience of digital financial institutions but also reshaped global regulatory discussions.
 
Chapters Brief Overview:
 
1: 2016 Bitfinex hack: Details the hack’s timeline, methods, and its impact on the crypto market.
 
2: Blockchain analysis: Explains how blockchain tracking unraveled stolen funds over years.
 
3: Bitfinex: Covers the platform’s history, role in crypto markets, and response to the breach.
 
4: Arkham Intelligence: Introduces Arkham’s investigative tools used in blockchain forensics.
 
5: BitGo: Outlines BitGo’s role in Bitfinex’s security infrastructure during the hack.
 
6: History of bitcoin: Traces bitcoin’s journey to contextualize its value during the 2016 theft.
 
7: Cryptocurrency wallet: Analyzes wallet types and vulnerabilities exploited in exchange breaches.
 
8: Cryptocurrency and crime: Examines how digital assets became tools for cybercriminals posthack.
 
9: BitMEX: Profiles BitMEX as another major exchange and its response to the security era.
 
10: Binance: Highlights Binance’s security evolution in the aftermath of major exchange hacks.
 
11: Lazarus Group: Investigates alleged links between North Korean hackers and crypto crimes.
 
12: Coinbase: Surveys Coinbase’s compliancedriven model in contrast to Bitfinex’s risks.
 
13: Bitstamp: Explores Bitstamp’s resilience and security policy adjustments post2016.
 
14: Kraken (cryptocurrency exchange): Analyzes Kraken’s structure and crisis preparedness in a volatile ecosystem.
 
15: Kucoin: Reviews Kucoin’s rise and security evolution inspired by earlier breaches.
 
16: Cryptocurrency: Provides foundational insight into the mechanics and appeal of cryptocurrencies.
 
17: Tether (cryptocurrency): Examines the BitfinexTether connection and controversy over asset backing.
 
18: Cryptocurrency exchange: Breaks down how exchanges operate and the challenges they face in regulation.
 
19: Chainalysis: Profiles Chainalysis’s role in tracking stolen funds and aiding law enforcement.
 
20: Cryptocurrency tumbler: Explains how tumblers obscure transactions and complicate cybercrime probes.
 
21: Bitcoin: Reflects on bitcoin’s role as both an asset and a target in cyber thefts.
 
This essential read is crafted for professionals, students, enthusiasts, and policymakers navigating crypto’s future. The insights offered are not just informative—they are empowering, offering the tools needed to grasp and engage with today’s digital economy.
Disponible desde: 04/08/2025.
Longitud de impresión: 246 páginas.

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