Conflict & Security
Cyberattack drains $133 million in cryptocurrency from French bank Crédit Mutuel Arkéa
November 5, 2026 at 04:28 AM
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2 reports · over 4 hours
French bank Crédit Mutuel Arkéa confirmed a cyberattack; tracking account ZachXBT reported at least $133 million in cryptocurrency stolen, and the bank did not disclose losses.
- Crédit Mutuel Arkéa, based in Brittany, confirmed the attack and said it had temporarily suspended some transactions.
- ZachXBT, a crypto-transaction tracking account, reported that at least $133 million in cryptocurrency was stolen over several days.
- ZachXBT said the bank delayed notifying authorities, allowing attackers to launder at least $30 million.
- The bank said the attack is under control and that clients will not be affected.

