Iran’s largest crypto exchange, Nobitex, has reportedly suffered a major security breach involving over $48.65 million in unauthorized outflows, sparking concerns about potential political motives linked to the Iran-Israel conflict.
Suspicious Activity Detected on Tron Network
Onchain data has flagged a suspicious outflow of $48.65 million worth of crypto assets, mostly on the Tron blockchain, from wallets associated with Nobitex. The incident has been traced to a vanity address containing the term “IRGC” — potentially referencing Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, fueling speculation about politically driven cyber warfare.
The attacker’s address — which explicitly references Nobitex and includes derogatory terms — indicates a targeted motive beyond financial gain.
Nobitex Confirms Unauthorized Access
Nobitex officially confirmed unauthorized access to part of its infrastructure and hot wallet, stating that its technical team is actively investigating the breach. However, the platform assured users that “customer funds remain safe” and that all losses will be covered using its insurance reserves and internal resources.
“Nobitex takes full responsibility for this incident,” the exchange stated, vowing full compensation to any affected users.
Despite the confirmation, no exact figures were disclosed by the platform itself, although external blockchain analysis suggests nearly $50 million may have been compromised.
Potential Link to Geopolitical Conflict
The breach arrives amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, with both nations engaged in direct military confrontations including missile attacks and drone strikes. The vanity address associated with the Nobitex hack appears to suggest a symbolic cyber attack tied to these ongoing hostilities.
With U.S. diplomatic efforts underway and global markets rattled, this incident could further destabilize the regional digital economy.
What This Means for the Crypto Market
This breach adds to a growing list of crypto exchange hacks occurring in geopolitically sensitive regions. It also highlights the vulnerabilities of centralized platforms, especially in nations under international sanctions or economic pressure.
Market analysts warn that security gaps in crypto infrastructure can become prime targets during conflicts, not only for monetary theft but also for strategic disruption and propaganda.
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