# Sality Botnet Takedown Exposes Global Crypto Theft | Bitcoin and Crypto News

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Podcast: [Crypto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bitcoin-crypto-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7492376)
Published: 2026-09-03T09:36:04+00:00
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## Resource

Feds and tech wizards from CrowdStrike just smashed a global cybercrime ring using the 20-year-old Sality botnet, which siphoned over $150K in crypto by hijacking Bitcoin and Ethereum transactions. With help from Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, and the Shadowserver Foundation, authorities disrupted the operation — proving that fighting digital crime requires worldwide teamwork. While the botnet’s down, the cat-and-mouse game continues — but this win shows what happens when law enforcement and cybersecurity teams unite to stop hackers and recover stolen assets. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/26a7f28e8313e34b

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