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Zilliqa Requests Exchanges to Halt ZIL Transfers Following Cold Wallet Breach

Zilliqa has asked exchanges to pause ZIL deposits and withdrawals after a cold wallet associated with a partner was compromised. The amount stolen has not been disclosed.

AS1 NewsSource: cointelegraph.com

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Zilliqa has issued a request for exchanges to suspend ZIL transfers following a security breach involving a cold wallet linked to one of its partners. The breach resulted in an undisclosed amount of ZIL being stolen. The incident prompted the project to advise exchanges to halt deposits and withdrawals to prevent further losses. The breach appears to be isolated to the compromised cold wallet, with no immediate indication of broader network vulnerabilities. The cause of the breach is currently under investigation, and Zilliqa has not disclosed the identity of the affected exchange or the extent of the theft. This security incident underscores ongoing risks associated with cold wallet management and highlights the importance of robust security practices within the crypto ecosystem. The affected parties are working to mitigate the impact and enhance security measures moving forward.

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The incident highlights security vulnerabilities in cold wallet management, prompting exchanges to suspend ZIL transfers to prevent further losses.