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The Cryptocurrency Hacks That Cost Millions
1:01:13 - 1:06:06 (04:53)
Michael Turpin, a long-time believer and investor in cryptocurrency, lost $23 million worth of crypto due to a SIM swapping hack in 2018. He sued AT&T for $200 million claiming they promised his phone number was secure, but the perpetrator was still able to steal his funds.
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The process for resetting email passwords often involves receiving a text message as a security measure, which can be exploited by attackers seeking to gain access to accounts.
1:01:13 - 1:03:05 (01:52)
Summary
The process for resetting email passwords often involves receiving a text message as a security measure, which can be exploited by attackers seeking to gain access to accounts.
ChapterThe Cryptocurrency Hacks That Cost Millions
Episode112: Dirty Coms
PodcastDarknet Diaries
In 2018, Michael Turpin's crypto wallet was hacked, resulting in $23 million worth of crypto being stolen.
1:03:07 - 1:05:37 (02:30)
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In 2018, Michael Turpin's crypto wallet was hacked, resulting in $23 million worth of crypto being stolen. Two suspects, Nicholas Truglia and Joel Ortiz, were identified and charged in the crime.
ChapterThe Cryptocurrency Hacks That Cost Millions
Episode112: Dirty Coms
PodcastDarknet Diaries
Michael Turpin, a crypto investor, sued both AT&T and a hacker named Nicholas for his stolen funds, with the former claiming $200 million in damages.
1:05:37 - 1:06:06 (00:28)
Summary
Michael Turpin, a crypto investor, sued both AT&T and a hacker named Nicholas for his stolen funds, with the former claiming $200 million in damages. While the judge dismissed the case against AT&T, Turpin won the lawsuit against Nicholas.