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Blockstream refuses to pay ransom for $47M in Bitcoin stolen from Liquid Network

⚡ Markets: The high-profile theft and refusal to pay ransom highlights operational security risks in the crypto space and could impact user trust in the Liquid Network sidechain.BTC

Blockstream has publicly refused a ransom demand from hackers who stole nearly 600 BTC (worth ~$47M) from its Liquid Network. The company stated it considers the funds stolen and will work with law enforcement and forensic specialists to recover them.

West MSM: noneFinancial press 31 country
3 sources across the spectrum
Financial pressDecrypt — Blockstream Refuses Ransom for Return of $47M in Bitcoin from Liquid Hack: 'It Is Theft'
Financial pressCointelegraph — Blockstream rejects ransom as Liquid hackers hold nearly 600 BTC
Financial pressThe Block — 'Return the bitcoin': Blockstream refuses ransom demand for remaining 600 BTC from Liquid exploit
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