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$1.58M stolen crypto traced to Tornado Cash mixer after wallet key breach

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27 Oct 2026, 06:29 WIB
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$1.58M stolen crypto traced to Tornado Cash mixer after wallet key breach

Blockchain security firm CertiK identified deposits into the Tornado Cash mixer linked to a wallet that was compromised, resulting in about $1.58 million stolen. The theft stems from a private-key breach, not a smart contract flaw, highlighting operational risks in key management. Tornado Cash is used to obscure the trail of stolen funds, a pattern seen repeatedly in 2026. This case underscores the need for better wallet security and real-time monitoring of suspicious transactions.

Tornado Cash deposits linked to a compromised wallet involved in a $1.58 million theft. For readers following cryptocurrency, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Oct 27, 2026 10:01 WIB: out of 50 major cryptocurrencies, 34 rose and 14 fell. Notable moves include VeChain (VET) down 2.96% at Rp118 with 91% sell orders, The Sandbox (SAND) up 2.45% at Rp876 with a slight buy majority, and Ethereum Classic (ETC) up 2.25% at Rp137,465 with 81% buy orders.

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