In this thrilling episode of Crime and Curiosities, Roger Heilig takes us on a deep dive into the infamous 2016 Bitfinex hack. Discover the intricate details of how nearly 120,000 bitcoins were stolen in one of the most significant breaches in cryptocurrency history. Learn about the complex multi-signature wallets, the immediate fallout, and the ongoing hunt for the perpetrators. Join Roger as he unravels this modern-day digital heist and its profound impact on the cryptocurrency world.

Chapters:

(00:00) This episode focuses on the infamous Bitfinex hack of 2016

(01:18) Bitfinex is one of the world's major cryptocurrency exchanges

(02:43) Bitfinex suffered one of the most serious security breaches in bitcoin history

(05:14) Bitcoin exchange Bitfinex was hacked on August 2, 2016

(07:32) The Bitfinex hack exposed weaknesses while also driving changes in security protocols

(09:11) The Bitfinex security breach sparked a renewed emphasis on digital asset protection

(13:17) The Bitfinex hack of 2016 shocked the cryptocurrency world

(16:45) The Bitfinex hack highlights the importance of digital security in cryptocurrency

(20:00) This episode looks at the Bitfinex hack and its implications

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