🔐 Cybersecurity News (November 1, 2023):

1️⃣ The #metamask team, known for their popular #web3 wallet browser extension, has partnered with Blockaid to provide users with a security notification feature. 🛡💻 This is great news for users as it helps protect against scams, hacking attacks, and prevent malicious transactions.

2️⃣ Darknet marketplaces are now advertising the sale of verified accounts for the British processing service, Wirex, targeted towards Russian-speaking users. These accounts, registered to EU citizens or residents, enable anonymous cryptocurrency withdrawals to fiat bank accounts and provide access to debit cards. The price of these accounts ranges from $30 to $220. 😱💰

3️⃣ The creator of the fraudulent #cryptocurrency scheme Oyster Protocol, known as Amir Bruno Elmaani or Bruno Block, has been sentenced to 4 years in prison for tax evasion amounting to $5.5 million. 👨‍⚖️⛓ This sends a clear message that fraudulent actions in the cryptocurrency sphere will not go unpunished.

4️⃣ Hackers managed to breach the domain of the decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Frax Finance, but fortunately, they were unable to steal anything. 😅💻 After a few hours, developers regained control over the project's domain names. This serves as a reminder of the importance of security in the DeFi space. 🚨🔒

5️⃣ The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has reported that it has paid out $16 million to whistleblowers this year, resulting in legal actions against several cryptocurrency companies. 💸👥 This highlights the significance of developing protective systems in the crypto sphere and supporting those who help regulators combat illegal activities. 💪🔍

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