Blockworks Co-Founder Jason Yanowitz Falls Victim to Crypto Hack After Security Setup Fails

Jason Yanowitz, co-founder of Blockworks, announced on Twitter that he was a victim of a crypto hack. Despite having non-text two-factor authentication set up for his accounts, a hacker successfully gained access to his X account by exploiting a loophole. Yanowitz shared details of the hack and advised the public to avoid clicking on links and to review email addresses before clicking. This incident highlights the growing trend of high-profile individuals and brands falling victim to hacks, including the recent SEC hack and deepfake scam videos on YouTube.