Posted 1/13/2024, 12:07:00 AM
SEC Twitter Account Hacked to Post Fake Bitcoin ETF Approval, Prompting Federal Investigation and Lawmaker Concern
- The SEC's official Twitter account was hacked to tweet a fake bitcoin ETF approval message
- The hack happened on Tuesday and the SEC deleted the tweet within 30 minutes
- The FBI and Department of Homeland Security are investigating the security breach
- The hack alarmed lawmakers who demanded answers and opened investigations
- The SEC says it takes cybersecurity seriously and is assessing impacts and potential additional measures