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Binance Says Purported Dark Web Data Leak Is Fake

A post on a dark web forum claims to have leaked personal data of 12.8 million Binance users, including names, email addresses, and phone numbers. Binance refutes the claim, stating it's a hoax, but cybersecurity experts stress the importance of remaining vigilant.

A post on a dark web forum claims to have leaked personal data of 12.8 million Binance users, including names, email addresses, and phone numbers. Binance refutes the claim, stating it's a hoax, but cybersecurity experts stress the importance of remaining vigilant.

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