Arkham Says Mercado Bitcoin Attacker Holds $46 Million
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Arkham identified 36 addresses linked to the Mercado Bitcoin attacker, holding approximately $46 million in stolen funds. The Brazilian exchange confirmed that customers suffered no losses but has not disclosed the total amount stolen. Mercado Bitcoin is one of Latin America's largest crypto exchanges, making the breach significant for the region's crypto sector. The attacker has not moved the funds, and Arkham's address clustering gives the industry a tool to monitor the wallet for cash-out attempts. Watch for fund movements to exchanges or mixers, any exchange statements on the total loss, and potential law enforcement action.
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