18 Million US Crypto User Data Sold on Dark Web
On April 15, 2025, the crypto community was shaken by reports that more than 18 million data records of cryptocurrency users based in the United States had been traded on the dark web.
This information includes sensitive personal data from over 20 leading crypto platforms and exchanges.
Leak Details: Data Sold for US$10,000
Based on information cited from Beincrypto media, according to a report from Dark Web Informer, a threat actor is offering a massive database containing information such as full names, email addresses, phone numbers, and physical addresses of users.
This data is being sold for US$10,000, raising serious concerns about the potential for identity theft and other cybercrimes.
Affected Platforms: Binance, Coinbase, to Gemini
Some of the platforms reported to have leaked data include:
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Binance US: approximately 1.5 million phone number records and 79,743 complete records
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Crypto.com: 1.8 million records
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Coinbase: 432,000 records
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Robinhood: 197,000 records
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Kraken: 121,071 records
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Gemini: 800,000 records
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CoinMarketCap: 76,710 records
In addition, data from other platforms such as Ledger, Bitfinex, Coinmama, BearTax, and USA Crypto Legacy were also reportedly part of this breach.
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Binance’s Response: No Breach from Our Systems
In response to the report, Binance stated that there was no data breach from their systems.
According to Binance, hackers known in the dark web community collected the data by compromising browser sessions on infected computers, rather than through a direct breach of their systems.
Risks and Implications: Threats to Privacy and Security
This data leak highlights significant risks to the privacy and security of cryptocurrency users.
With personal information available on the dark web, users are vulnerable to various forms of fraud, including identity theft and phishing attacks.
Preventive Measures: Protect Your Personal Data
To minimize risk, users are advised to:
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Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on crypto accounts
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Use strong and unique passwords for each account
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Avoid clicking on links or attachments from unknown sources
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Regularly monitor account activity for suspicious behavior
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Use dark web monitoring services to check if your personal data has been compromised
This data breach serves as an important reminder of the need to maintain security and privacy in the digital world, especially for cryptocurrency users who are often primary targets for cybercriminals.
