Main notes
- South Korean Wireless Telecom Company’s violation of SIM data is sensitive from 34 million users.
- Bithumb launches actual time with high mobile fraud risk.
- Telecom users urge tightening authentication settings.
The main data breach, which includes the three best telecommunications service providers in South Korea, SK Telecom, has sparked concerns between encryption investors. With the main SIM card details, Bithumb moved to protect its users, even as it is ready for its general inclusion.
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According to Bithumb update, SK Telecom discovered harmful programs in their internal systems on April 19, 2025.
It should be noted that the exposed penetration of data related to USIM, which belongs to its 34 million users. This information can be used in the SIM replacement process, a fraud in which infiltrators disappear and access to accounts, especially the cryptocurrency portfolios.
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The update shows the SK Telecom’s response by preventing suspicious USIM bodies and monitoring unusual authentication activity. The company also urged the users to stimulate the USIM lock feature to stop unauthorized funds. Although there is no general evidence of misuse, exposure has already created an alarm in the encryption space.
After anger, I alerted the exchange of local digital assets. Reports indicated that exchanges have asked customers who rely on SK Telecom reviewing their safety settings and using additional verification methods.
Many encryption holders have begun to take additional precautions and are concerned about potential theft. This is exposure to the weak security in the area of digital assets this week.
In a previous report, Coinspeaker indicated that the main security interest has been marked on the Professor XRP book (XRPL). According to the update, Aikido Security revealed that the XRPL.js library used to develop the Professor XRP book has been at risk, with a rear door located in versions from 4.2.1 to 4.2.4.
Bithumb strengthens measures amid public subscription plans
According to reports, Bithumb’s reaction was by launching the actual time to discover forgery and tampering attempts. The Stock Exchange stated that it aims to ensure a safe service for all users, especially when the threats associated with mobile data increases.
This comes at a time when Bithumb works on the planned KOSDAQ menu for the second half of 2025. As part of this process, the company is subject to the internal restructuring. As detailed, by July 31, 2025, Bithumb will be divided into two parts.
As observed, Bethumbum Korea will deal with the exchange of encryption and public subscription. At the same time, a separate entity called Bithumb A will take over project investments, asset management and new business innovations.
These moves, if any, explain how security is a top priority for exchanges that deal with technical threats and market fluctuations.
Bithumb’s actions after SK Telecom are committed to the integrity of the user and organizational compliance, especially amid the morale of the list. In a positive note, this is in line with the recent steps that by BYBIT in partnership with Zodia Custody to enhance its security after a penetration of $ 1.45 billion in February 2025.
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