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Coinbase says its data breach affects at least 69,000 customers | TechCrunch

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Coinbase disclosed a data breach affecting at least 69,461 customers, with personal and financial information stolen over several months. The breach occurred from December 2024 until recently, triggered by a credible ransom note demanding $20 million, which Coinbase refused. The hacker accessed customer data by bribing Coinbase support workers, stealing names, contact and identity details, balances, and transaction histories. Concerns were raised about potential targeting of wealthy customers.