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Blockstream Rejects Ransom Demand After 4000 BTC Liquid Network Exploit

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  • Blockstream refused to pay a 10% ransom to hackers holding nearly 600 Bitcoin stolen from the Liquid Network sidechain.
  • While 3,400 BTC was previously returned following software patches, Blockstream stated it will pursue law enforcement and asset recovery rather than yielding to extortion.
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