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The individual responsible for the Coldcard breach has shifted approximately $7.7 million worth of Bitcoin, according to on-chain data. This movement represents nearly half of the funds stolen in what has been described as the third wave of the attack.<\/p>\n

Funds Spread Across 293 Vaults<\/h2>\n

The attacker had previously distributed the stolen Bitcoin across 293 separate vaults, a tactic likely intended to complicate tracking and slow down recovery efforts. Now, the wallet activity shows a systematic emptying process, with the largest vaults being drained first.<\/p>\n

Draining in Order of Size<\/h2>\n

Blockchain analysts note that the attacker is not withdrawing funds randomly. Instead, the vaults are being emptied in descending order of their Bitcoin holdings. This methodical approach suggests a deliberate strategy, possibly to minimize transaction fees or to manage the liquidation process efficiently.<\/p>\n

At the current pace, the remaining vaults\u2014which hold the rest of the third-wave haul\u2014could be targeted next, though no further transfers have been confirmed at this time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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