The Ronin Network also successfully retrieved about $10 million of digital assets stolen through an MEV attack. The hackers repaid 4,000 Ethereum from Axie Infinity’s Ronin Bridge through an MEV exploit. This recovery can be considered a breakthrough towards restoring security and confidence in the network.
Ronin Network Recovers Ethereum, Enhances Security
The Ronin Network announced the recovery of approximately 4,000 Ethereum in the hack. The white hackers who discovered the vulnerability were awarded $500,000 as a bug bounty. This way encourages ethical hacking and increases the reliability of decentralized finance protocols.
MEV stands for Maximum Extractable Value, and it refers to miners’ or validators’ ability to profit from ordering transactions. Also known as the ‘invisible tax,’ this topic is quite popular among the crypto community. The incident also shows that the security issue remains relevant in blockchain transactions.
The Ronin Network will audit its bridge and introduce a new cross-chain transaction mechanism to avoid such incidents in the future. The team seeks to change how the bridge is operated from what is currently being done. They will partner with Ronin validators to integrate a new solution into the network.
The team stated, “We will update you as the work continues.” This approach speaks to the network’s focus on increasing security. These measures are intended to strengthen the network against further such attacks.
Ronin Shows Resilience Amidst Security Challenges
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The Ronin Network has not been without its challenges over the years. In March 2022, Lazarus, a North Korean hacker group, hacked the side chain and stole $600 million. This is still one of the biggest hacks in the history of cryptocurrencies.
In February 2024, Axie Infinity co-founder Jeff “Jihoz” Zirlin was hacked and lost $9.7 million. However, the network has proved resilient even in the face of such challenges. It has overcome these incidents and is listed on Coinbase, which indicates a strong market standing.
The support from industry giants has been critical for the Ronin Network. Binance and other companies have come in to support the users and sort out the network. This backing highlights the significance of partnership within the crypto sphere.
The network’s progress and further developments show it has learned from its previous setbacks. The Ronin Network intends to win back the user’s confidence by focusing on security and accountability. These efforts are important as the network faces the future.
The Ronin Network still hopes to reclaim more assets, including the USDC. Ethereum’s recent recovery is an encouraging sign. Regular audits and system changes will improve overall security.
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