HiddenLayer exposes “CopyPasta License Attack” targeting AI-powered code assistants A new cybersecurity warning has shaken the AI and crypto development community. According to research by HiddenLayer, a recently discovered virus can exploit vulnerabilities in AI coding tools such as Cursor — the preferred platform for developers at Coinbase. The exploit, dubbed the “CopyPasta License Attack,” enables hackers to inject malicious prompt instructions into common developer files. Once embedded, these hidden commands can spread silently across entire codebases, opening the door to serious security risks. How the CopyPasta virus works HiddenLayer explained that the virus leverages files like LICENSE.txt and README.md,…
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FRNT stablecoin still not available for purchase despite multi-chain launch The Frontier Stable Token (FRNT), a stablecoin authorized by the state of Wyoming, is expanding its reach by integrating with the Hedera blockchain. The move comes just weeks after the token’s official launch in August, when it reportedly went live across seven major blockchains, including Ethereum, Solana, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Polygon, Optimism, and Base. According to a Thursday announcement, the Wyoming Stable Token Commission, the body overseeing FRNT, approved Hedera as a candidate network following a technical review. “The Commission selected Hedera for candidacy because its technical edge aligns with our…
REX Shares takes the same route it used for Solana ETF approval The U.S. could soon see the launch of its first-ever Dogecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) as early as next week, according to Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas. Balchunas pointed to a new filing by REX Shares, an ETF issuer that recently launched a Solana staking ETF, suggesting that the company is now using the same regulatory strategy for a Dogecoin fund. Regulatory filing signals imminent approval On Thursday, REX Shares filed an effective prospectus with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In the document, the firm highlighted…
Technical outlook shows potential for a rebound toward recent highs The Ethereum (ETH) price is consolidating above the $4,300 level, with the market showing signs of strength after a strong rally over the past few months. Chart structures suggest that Ethereum is currently testing support zones, with traders eyeing a potential push toward the next major resistance. Ethereum has established a critical support level around $4,150–$4,200, highlighted by recent price reactions. Below this zone, additional layers of support can be found near $3,550 and $2,850, marking areas where buyers previously stepped in aggressively. “The $4,200 region is essential for Ethereum…
Michael Saylor’s Strategy leads the charge as corporate Bitcoin adoption accelerates Publicly traded companies have crossed a historic milestone in Bitcoin accumulation, now holding more than 1 million BTC, equal to roughly 5.1% of the cryptocurrency’s fixed supply. According to data from BitcoinTreasuries.net, corporate holdings have reached 1,000,698 BTC, valued at more than $111 billion at current prices. Leading the pack is Michael Saylor’s Strategy, which continues to dominate corporate Bitcoin treasuries with 636,505 BTC. Since adopting its Bitcoin-first strategy in 2020, the firm has become the largest institutional holder by a wide margin. Close behind, MARA Holdings has accumulated…
Move follows $1.5B NinjaTrader deal as exchange doubles down on trading infrastructure Kraken has entered the proprietary trading business with the acquisition of Breakout, a Tampa-based startup that provides traders with access to capital through an evaluation-based funding model. The move marks another step in Kraken’s broader push into trading infrastructure, following its $1.5 billion acquisition of NinjaTrader earlier this year. Announced on Thursday, the deal gives Kraken a new platform where traders can access up to $200,000 in trading capital, provided they pass rigorous evaluations that measure risk management and strategy execution. “Breakout gives us a way to allocate…
Polkadot Struggles Below $3.80 While Sellers Maintain Pressure Polkadot (DOT) slipped nearly 4% in the past 24 hours, trading around $3.75 as bearish momentum weighs on the asset. The latest move puts DOT closer to its key support zone, raising concerns of further losses if buyers fail to step in. On the 4-hour chart, DOT continues to trade within a sideways channel after failing to sustain above the $4.20–$4.40 resistance range. This supply zone, highlighted in red, has repeatedly rejected attempts at recovery, leaving the token vulnerable to renewed selling pressure. The current price action shows DOT hovering near the…
Trump-linked bitcoin miner faces immediate pressure following Nasdaq debut American Bitcoin (ABTC), a newly listed bitcoin mining firm partly owned by members of the Trump family, has seen its stock fall below its initial public offering (IPO) price just one day after debuting on the Nasdaq. On Thursday, ABTC shares slid 15% to $6.83, dipping under the IPO price of $6.90. The decline comes after a volatile first trading session, where the stock briefly touched $14.65 before retreating sharply. Hybrid strategy under market stress The company is 80% owned by Hut 8 Mining and 20% by Donald Trump Jr. and…
DeFi lending platform halts exploit and enables fund recovery Venus Protocol, a leading decentralized finance (DeFi) lending platform, successfully recovered $13.5 million in stolen assets after a user fell victim to a phishing attack linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group. The incident, which unfolded earlier this week, highlights both the risks of phishing exploits and the growing ability of DeFi platforms to respond rapidly. Attack through a malicious Zoom client According to Venus, the attackers tricked the victim, identified as Kuan Sun, into downloading a malicious Zoom client. This granted the perpetrators delegated control over the account, allowing them to…
BTC Tests Crucial Support Zone After Sharp Decline Bitcoin (BTC) fell back toward the $109,000 support level this week, raising questions about whether the world’s largest cryptocurrency can hold its ground amid ongoing market uncertainty. The decline comes after repeated failures to reclaim the $118,000–$120,000 resistance area, which continues to act as a significant barrier for buyers. On the daily chart, BTC is consolidating inside a descending channel, with price action slipping from recent highs near $122,000. The breakdown has brought Bitcoin back into its green support zone at $109,000–$111,000, a level that has historically acted as a strong demand…
