Central Bank of Brazil Launches Crypto Threat Warning System Following $180 Million Heist

The Central Bank of Brazil has developed a real-time crypto threat warning system in partnership with Hypernative to provide banks and exchanges with attack detection, response, and fund tracking capabilities. This initiative follows a July 2025 incident where cybercriminals exploited a vulnerability in middleware software from C&M to steal $180 million, laundering portions through Bitcoin and USDT. The system is set to go live within two weeks, with Foxbit and Mercado Bitcoin participating in the rollout. Additionally, Brazil will implement a 24-hour preve