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Circle sued for $280M Drift Protocol exploit, accused of failing to freeze stolen USDC transfers.

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17 Apr 2026
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Circle Internet Group faces a class action lawsuit after attackers exploited the Drift Protocol, stealing about $280 million. The lawsuit alleges Circle allowed $230 million in USDC to be transferred from Solana to Ethereum without freezing the funds, despite having the technical ability to intervene. The case raises questions about crypto firms' responsibility in controlling digital assets and the legal risks of freezing wallets without court orders. The attackers reportedly used Circle's technology in over 100 transactions, possibly linked to North Korean hackers. Circle defends its stance, citing ethical and political complexities in freezing funds arbitrarily.

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Orvana Minerals to start oxide ore processing in Bolivia, boosting production after Q3 delays.

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Nevada King Gold gets approval for major drill expansion at Atlanta Gold Mine in Nevada.

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