Crypto Firm Bits of Gold Reports Customer Data Breach in Global Cyberattack

Bits of Gold, an Israeli cryptocurrency company, announced a cyber incident that occurred several days ago, potentially exposing personal customer information. The compromised data may include full names, ID numbers, email addresses, IP addresses, phone numbers, bank account details, and public crypto wallet addresses. The company stressed that no customer funds, passwords, identity document images, or credit card details were accessed or stolen.

The breach is linked to a wider global cyberattack targeting a software provider used by Bits of Gold and hundreds of other companies worldwide. Israeli authorities have been notified, and the company believes it was not a direct target. Bits of Gold promptly blocked unauthorized access and disconnected the affected system, initiating a thorough investigation with cybersecurity experts.

Customers were advised to remain vigilant against phishing attempts and impersonation scams, as attackers might misuse the leaked personal data. The company emphasized it will never request passwords, verification codes, private keys, or transfers of funds or digital assets. Bits of Gold serves approximately 300,000 registered users, employs about 55 people, and is the first of nine licensed crypto trading firms regulated by the Israeli Capital Market Authority. Recently, it partnered with Paz Group to enable cryptocurrency purchases via the Yellow wallet.

The official company statement to the media mirrored the customer notification, confirming the ongoing investigation and continued normal service operations.