As a seasoned analyst with over two decades of experience in cybersecurity and financial markets, I find myself both alarmed and impressed by the recent developments at Bybit. Alarmed because the sheer magnitude of attempted fraudulent activities on crypto exchanges is a testament to the sophisticated methods that hackers are employing today. However, I am also deeply impressed with Bybit’s proactive approach in combating these threats using state-of-the-art technology like AI and biometric authentication.
2024 saw fraudsters persistently focusing on cryptocurrency platforms, as Bybit disclosed approximately $1 billion worth of questionable withdrawal attempts in the initial six months alone.
It appears that dishonest individuals are intensifying their attempts to deceive cryptocurrency trading platforms. For instance, Bybit identified around a billion dollars worth of questionable withdrawals within the first six months of 2024.
On September 20th, they announced that by using advanced security features powered by AI technology, they successfully protected more than $79 million worth of client assets from potential loss due to fraudulent activities.
Bybit identified and labeled unusual withdrawal requests amounting to approximately $940 million, with around 8.4% proven as fraudulent attempts. The platform attributes its AI-driven systems, incorporating biometric authentication and behavioral analysis, in effectively preventing a recent attempt that leveraged face-swapping technology to circumvent facial verification.
Bybit tightens security amid industry scrutiny
During the initial half of 2024, the rate of fraudulent withdrawals on Bybit, as reported by their COO Helen Liu, was kept “less than 10%.” This high priority on security measures is being employed by the platform amidst a wider examination and scrutiny that the industry is currently undergoing.
In May, the international prime broker Hidden Road temporarily stopped trades for its clients on Bybit due to worries about their verification procedures. While Bybit hasn’t made any public comments on the matter, a representative from the company has underscored their dedication to maintaining openness and transparency.
As a crypto investor, I’ve been navigating through the ups and downs of this dynamic market, but one thing that gives me confidence is knowing that Bybit has executed over 30 million withdrawals this year while safeguarding more than $37 million in project funds. This unwavering commitment to security underscores their resilience in the face of an increasingly complex and threatening cyber landscape.
Read More
- We’re Terrible At Organizing Things.’ Tom Holland Reveals The Sweet Holiday Scheme He And Zendaya Are Going To Try Next Year
- Cookie Run Kingdom: Shadow Milk Cookie Toppings and Beascuits guide
- NewsNation Taps Leland Vittert to Replace Dan Abrams
- Girls Frontline 2 Exilium tier list
- New Era and BEAMS Reunite for Spring/Summer 2025 Collection
- Deva: Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde’s lip-lock scene gets trimmed by CBFC? Film’s runtime and rating revealed
- Yarrow Slaps’ Distorted Celebrity Portraits Take Center Stage in New Video Game-Inspired Show
- XLARGE Celebrates Lil Wayne With New Collection
- CBS Shocks Fans with a Bold New Soap Opera After 26 Years!
- Rooster Teeth Is Back and Promises To Go Back to Its Roots
2024-09-20 17:06