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This move highlights a growing trend among financial platforms to shift critical transactions to more secure mobile environments, potentially setting a precedent for other exchanges in the region. It underscores the persistent threat of phishing and the industry's response to enhance user security at the expense of convenience.
The decision follows a phishing incident resulting in a $7,400 loss for a user
Bitkub permanently disables web-based crypto withdrawals for Thai customers
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Browse this channelThai cryptocurrency exchange Bitkub has permanently disabled web-based crypto withdrawals to mitigate phishing risks, directing all transactions through its mobile app. This decision, prompted by a user loss, underscores the industry's focus on enhanced security over convenience and may influence other regional exchanges.
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