Binance Co-Founder's WeChat Hack: A Wake-Up Call
Update: 2025-12-10
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Binance co-founder Yi Hes WeChat account was hijacked, used to promote a token, and made the attackers $55,000. This incident, following Justin Suns similar experience, highlights the ease of impersonating crypto executives on Web Two platforms. The attack occurred despite Yi He abandoning the account, and the phone number was reissued. The attackers exploited WeChats low barrier to account takeovers, contacting just two frequent contacts to gain control. Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao also warned users about online threats, emphasizing the importance of vigilance.
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