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Blast Crypto Game Hacked, Losing $62 Million to North Korean Developer

A crypto game operating on Ethereum’s layer 2, known as Munchables and hosted on the Blast platform, has fallen victim to a hack, losing over $62 million in Ether (ETH). The breach, amounting to approximately 17,400 ETH, has sent shockwaves through the crypto community, drawing comparisons to Ethereum’s infamous DAO hack in 2016.

The exploit, which was revealed to have been facilitated by a developer hailing from North Korea, has raised concerns regarding the security and integrity of decentralized finance (DeFi) projects. According to Zachxbt, a prominent figure in the blockchain space, the attacker’s connections to North Korea have added a geopolitical dimension to the incident.

The Munchables team swiftly responded to the breach, issuing a statement confirming the compromise and pledging to track the movements of the stolen funds. However, the size of the loss has sparked discussions within the crypto community about the possibility of implementing a chain rollback, similar to the controversial measure taken by Ethereum in response to the DAO hack.

Proponents of the rollback are arguing the need to protect investors and restore trust in the platform, while opponents warn of the precedent it might set and the erosion of decentralization principles. As Blast is primarily focused on gaming and experimentation rather than strict adherence to crypto ideology, the decision to conduct a rollback remains up in the air.

Further scrutiny into the identity of the perpetrator has revealed details about their past actions within the crypto space. PixelcraftStuds, a game development studio, disclosed previous encounters with the suspected hacker, describing their demeanor as suspicious and indicative of potential malicious intent.

Zachxbt meanwhile has wore his thoughts on his sleeve about the hack.


Information for this briefing was found via the sources mentioned. The author has no securities or affiliations related to this organization. Not a recommendation to buy or sell. Always do additional research and consult a professional before purchasing a security. The author holds no licenses.

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