Crypto hacks increase in 2024, but smart contracts not to blame
Smart contracts are no longer the biggest concern, as hackers are vying for easier targets, such as private key leaks.
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Smart contracts are no longer the biggest concern, as hackers are vying for easier targets, such as private key leaks.
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