Binance says a fake job interview led to its $6.3 billion theft

The record crypto heist began in June, when an employee installed a tampered installer while setting up an AI coding tool.

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Updated 9 Nov 2026

The record crypto heist began in June, when an employee installed a tampered installer while setting up an AI coding tool.

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Original reporting: Nextgov/FCW via Trust Infinitech

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