Orbit Chain Suffers $81.68M Cyber Breach; Users Cautioned Against Scam Reimbursement Offers

January 1, 2024
Orbit Chain Suffers $81.68M Cyber Breach; Users Cautioned Against Scam Reimbursement Offers
  • Orbit Chain, a cross-chain bridge, has experienced an unauthorized breach compromising millions.

  • The breach happened on Dec. 31, and is under investigation by cybersecurity firm Theori.

  • Orbit Chain is cooperating with international law enforcement agencies.

  • Arkham Intelligence reports a loss of $81.68 million in various cryptocurrencies due to the breach.

  • Orbit Chain warns users of fraudulent reimbursement offers on social media.

  • Users have requested refunds and transaction cancellations but Orbit Chain has not publicly responded.

  • In 2023, $1.8 billion was lost to Web3 hackers and scammers, with Mixin Network losing over $200 million, marking the largest exploit of the year.

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