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Cryptocurrency security breach investigated

Cryptocurrency security breach at Cryptopia, Christchurch, investigated

Katie Scotcher, Reporter

"Significant" losses of cryptocurrency after a security breach at Christchurch-based trader Cryptopia are under investigation by police.

In a statement posted on social media, Cryptopia said its exchange suffered a security breach on Monday resulting in significant losses.

"Once identified by staff, the exchange was put into maintenance while we assessed damages," it said.

Police and the High-Tech Crimes Unit were then notified. Cryptopia said it was being investigated as a "major crime".

Police said a significant value of virtual currency may be involved and they were talking to the company.

They said the investigation related to potential unauthorised transaction activity and although the investigation was in early stages it was being taken very seriously.

A Christchurch-based investigation team was being established including specialist police staff with expertise in the area, they said, and they were also liaising with relevant partner agencies in New Zealand and overseas.

Trading on the site would remain in maintenance mode and would be suspended until investigations were completed, Cryptopia said.


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