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 <li>Indodax reports a $15 million loss from a recent exploit.</li>
 <li>Stolen funds were spread across Ethereum, Polygon, and Optimism.</li>
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Indonesian cryptocurrency exchange Indodax is facing a significant financial blow following a recent <a href="https://x.com/indodax/status/1833681240735760633" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">exploit</a>. The losses are estimated at $15 million. According to <a href="https://x.com/PeckShieldAlert/status/1833686247619055806" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">PeckShield</a>, the platform has experienced a considerable outflow of funds, totaling approximately $15.7 million. These funds have been dispersed across various blockchain networks, including Ethereum, Polygon, and Optimism.
Specifically, the stolen assets are now held in particular addresses on these networks. On Ethereum, around 5,204.3 ETH was taken. Polygon has 6,843,716.17 POL stolen, while Optimism has approximately 380 ETH. Consequently, the addresses associated with these stolen assets have become focal points for tracking the funds.
Moreover, SpotonChain <a href="https://x.com/spotonchain/status/1833730842939765152" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">provides</a> additional insight. The total loss could reach up to $20 million. Furthermore, the hacker quickly converted most of the stolen assets into native cryptocurrencies. Currently, the holdings include 5,584 ETH, valued at around $13 million, distributed between Ethereum and Optimism. Additionally, on the Tron network, 16.7 million TRX, worth about $2.55 million, was stolen, along with 25 BTC, valued at roughly $1.41 million.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-indodax-s-security-response-and-industry-implications">Indodax’s Security Response and Industry Implications</h3>
The attack, which occurred roughly nine hours ago, has raised substantial concerns about the security measures employed by <a href="https://thenewscrypto.com/us-sec-maintains-strict-stance-on-crypto-custody-rules-for-banks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">cryptocurrency</a> exchanges. Moreover, the swift and coordinated movement of the stolen assets suggests a sophisticated effort to obscure the trail. Consequently, the rapid conversion and distribution of stolen funds complicate the recovery process. This incident highlights the vulnerabilities within the cryptocurrency sector.
In response, Indodax is expected to implement enhanced security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The <a href="https://thenewscrypto.com/nigeria-sec-tightens-crypto-regulatory-frameworks-for-exchanges/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">exchange</a> is likely to review and strengthen its security protocols. As the investigation progresses, more details about the breach and steps taken to recover the stolen assets will emerge. Ultimately, this incident underscores the ongoing need for robust security measures in the cryptocurrency exchange industry. Highlighted Crypto News Today <a href="https://thenewscrypto.com/us-firm-tzero-obtains-broker-dealer-license-from-major-regulators/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">US Firm tZERO Obtains Broker Dealer License from Major Regulators</a>

Indodax Exchange Faces $15 Million Loss After Major Hack

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