Crypto Scam Alert: $282M Vanished from Hardware Wallet | Bitcoin, XRP & Ethereum News Today 2026
Imagine losing $282,000,000 in crypto from a single phone call. That just happened – and if you’re not careful, it could happen to you.
In today’s 24‑hour crypto update, we break down a devastating social‑engineering scam that drained a hardware wallet of Bitcoin and Litecoin, then funneled the funds into Monero (XMR) – even causing a brief spike in XMR’s price before it dumped. You’ll learn exactly how the attacker impersonated trusted contacts so you can protect your own bags.
We’ll also cover the latest market moves and key on‑chain updates:
• Bitcoin holding around $95,000 amid U.S. Senate delays on a crypto market structure bill
• Spot Bitcoin ETF flows, including $395M in outflows vs $319M in BlackRock client buying
• Ethereum at $3,291, Solana at $144, and XRP at $2.06
• CME Group launching futures for Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar on February 9
• BNB Chain completing another massive token burn to boost scarcity
• MetaMask adding native TRON support for easier cross‑chain access
• BitMine investing $200M into MrBeast’s Beast Industries for new digital finance platforms
• Ethereum gas fees dropping to a record‑low 0.033 gwei
• Vitalik calling 2026 the year Ethereum reverses centralization trends
• Gaming tokens like Axie Infinity pumping 32%, hinting at a crypto gaming revival
If you care about building generational wealth with crypto, you need both security and strategy. This video gives you:
A real‑world scam breakdown you can learn from
A clear 24‑hour crypto market snapshot
The big moves shaping blockchain in 2026
Watch to the end for practical security tips and to stay ahead of the next wave of crypto evolution.
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Disclaimer: This is NOT financial or investment advice. I’m not a licensed financial advisor. This content is for educational purposes only. Crypto is highly volatile – never invest more than you can afford to lose, and always do your own research.
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