Binance says fake job interviews enabled $6.3bn crypto hack

Binance revealed hackers stole a record $6.3bn from its platform using fake job interviews and a compromised internal AI tool, calling it a sophisticated security incident that forced a global suspension of customer withdrawals. The hackers targeted engineers through social engineering, contacting one via a legitimate job platform and tricking him into downloading malware disguised as an assignment. This gave them control over his computer and an internal AI tool, which they used to access two other engineers' laptops and drain the wallet. Binance apologized and said it has replenished 98% of affected assets, with US agencies assisting the investigation. The FBI indicated North Korea is responsible, a claim Pyongyang denied on Tuesday, while the company plans increased AI security investments and third-party reviews.