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OpenAI account compromised, hacker circulates fraudulent and fake crypto token posts on X | Mint
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10m ago
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OpenAI reported that one of its social media accounts was compromised by an unauthorized person who sent out posts promoting a fake crypto token. The hacked account saw fake posts for around an hour before being deleted. This comes after previous instances of OpenAI accounts being hijacked to post fraudulent crypto-related content. Additionally, OpenAI is planning to release "Strawberry," an AI model focused on reasoning, this month, as part of its ChatGPT service. This model is designed to think before responding, distinguishing it from other conversational AI systems.
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Mandiant, the security firm Google bought for $5.4 billion, gets its X account hacked
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1y ago
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Google-owned security firm Mandiant had its X (formerly known as Twitter) account hacked by an unknown scammer. The hacker used the account to spread a link attempting to steal cryptocurrency. Mandiant spent several hours working to regain control of the account, ultimately changing the username before the hacker disappeared from the platform. The incident raises questions about the security measures implemented by Mandiant to protect its X account.
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Fake news clippings, scam ads featuring singer Shreya Ghoshal surface on X
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4m ago
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Fake news clips and scam ads featuring Shreya Ghoshal have appeared on X, with misleading headlines and website links. Sandeep Mittal, a Tamil Nadu cybersecurity official, warned of scam traps on X accounts and urged the platform to take action. Ghoshal revealed her X account was hacked since February 13, highlighting challenges in resolving the issue. This incident follows similar hacks of other celebrities, including Swara Bhasker and Tanmay Bhat, spreading fraudulent content.
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Mandiant, the security firm Google bought for $5.4 billion, gets its X account hacked
Arstechnica
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1y ago
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Google-owned security firm Mandiant encountered a security breach when its X account was hijacked by an unidentified scammer, who used it to spread a link attempting to steal cryptocurrency from unsuspecting users. Mandiant regained control of the account after a prolonged struggle with the scammer and is presently working to restore it. The incident raises questions about the security measures undertaken by Mandiant to protect the account, including the use of strong passwords and two-factor authentication. The hacker initially posed as a company called Phantom and enticed users to visit a malicious website in the guise of a token award.
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‘OpenAI’ Job Scam Targeted International Workers Through Telegram
Wired
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5m ago
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A scam involving a fake "OpenAI" job duped a Bangladeshi worker into investing in crypto through a fraudulent platform, "OpenAi-etc." Workers were encouraged to recruit others, with around 150 people joining the scheme. The scammer vanished with $50,000 invested funds. The operation duped over 6,000 individuals across Bangladesh, drawing on OpenAI's name to build trust. This case highlights vulnerabilities in job scams exploiting brand credibility and cultural norms to deceive victims.
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Elmo's X account hacked to publish racist and antisemitic posts | TechCrunch
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16d ago
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Elmo's official X account was hacked, posting racist and antisemitic content. Sesame Workshop is working to regain control. The hacked account also referenced a crypto scam and linked to a Telegram channel. This incident is part of a series of high-profile account hacks since Elon Musk's takeover of the platform, previously Twitter, in 2022. Musk's AI company recently faced backlash over its chatbot's antisemitic posts, further escalating concerns about platform security.
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Crypto exchange Bybit’s $1.5 billion breach: All you need to know
Economic Times
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5m ago
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A significant $1.5 billion crypto theft hit exchange Bybit, marking one of the largest hacks in history. CEO Ben Zhou confirmed that a hacker compromised an offline Ethereum wallet, while other wallets remained unaffected. Bybit assures solvency despite the breach. Analysts link the attack to North Korea's Lazarus Group. The heist involved 401,346 ETH and sparked Ethereum price drops. Major past crypto heists include WazirX, Ronin Bridge, DMM Bitcoin, Coincheck, and Mt. Gox.
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The crypto world is losing its mind over the SEC's X debacle
Gizmodo
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1y ago
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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) X account was hacked, leading to a fake announcement about the approval of Bitcoin ETFs. The false news caused a stir in the crypto community, with some speculating about a government conspiracy, while others criticized the SEC for incompetence. The incident raised questions about the security of Twitter, now known as X. The timing of the hacking, just before a major ruling, added to the intrigue. The SEC issued a statement confirming unauthorized access and vowed to investigate the matter. The hack further dampened the spirits of the struggling crypto industry, which was hoping for a positive development.
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Crypto lending firm Celsius Network and its former CEO sued by SEC, CFTC, FTC
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2y ago
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Crypto lending firm Celsius Network and its former CEO Alex Mashinsky are facing lawsuits from the U.S. SEC, CFTC, and FTC. Mashinsky has reportedly been arrested and charged with fraud. The SEC alleges that Celsius and Mashinsky raised funds through fraudulent sales of crypto asset securities, promising high returns. The SEC also considers Celsius' token CEL and Earn Interest Program as securities. Celsius filed for bankruptcy in 2022.
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Pakistan says economic affairs ministry's X account hacked
Economic Times
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2m ago
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Pakistan's Ministry of Economic Affairs reported that its X account was hacked following a post appealing for international loans. The post came amid escalating tensions with India. The ministry clarified to Reuters that it did not issue the tweet and is working to deactivate the compromised account.
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Brazil first lady to sue Elon Musk’s X over hacked account
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Brazilian first lady, Rosangela 'Janja' Lula da Silva, plans to sue Elon Musk-owned social media platform X (formerly Twitter) after her account was hacked. The hacker posted offensive messages, including insults directed at Janja and President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
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