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Blockstream rejects ransom demand over 598.5 BTC and seeks recovery through authorities

Blockstream reportedly refused a ransom sought by hackers for 598.5 BTC and is pursuing recovery of the funds through authorities. The supplied information does not establish the nature or wider extent of the underlying incident.

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The case involves a very large cryptocurrency ransom demand and highlights risks to digital assets and blockchain-related businesses.

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  1. Blockstream refuză recompensa cerută de hackeri pentru 598,5 BTC și trece la recuperarea fondurilor prin autorități ↗financiarul.ro · Recorded source date: Sep 11, 2026, 10:01 PM UTC

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