Key Highlights:
- ZachXBT alleges a massive $112 million hack on Ripple.
- 213 million XRP reportedly stolen and laundered through multiple exchanges.
- XRP’s price drops by 5% following the hack news.
Ripple’s Rough Ride: A Hefty Hack
Paradisers, In what seems like a plot twist in a crypto thriller, ZachXBT, an on-chain sleuth, has dropped a bombshell: Ripple, the renowned blockchain-based digital payment protocol, has allegedly been hacked for a staggering $112 million. This news has sent shockwaves through the crypto community, with Ripple fans and foes alike reeling from the revelation.
The Great XRP Heist
The hacker, who clearly wasn’t here to play small, reportedly made off with 213 million XRP. But they didn’t just stop there. In a move that would make even the slickest of money launderers tip their hats, the stolen XRP was funneled through a string of high-profile exchanges, including MEXC, Gate, Binance, Kraken, OKX, HTX, and HitBTC.
XRP’s Price Plunge
As the news of the hack spread like wildfire, XRP’s price took a nosedive, dropping by up to 5%. Investors and traders scrambled, with some probably wishing they had a crystal ball to foresee this tumultuous event.
Ripple’s Response and Market Impact
While the crypto world waits with bated breath for Ripple’s official response, the incident raises questions about security measures and the robustness of blockchain protocols. This hack not only impacts Ripple’s reputation but also sends a cautionary tale across the crypto landscape.
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