The hacker group Gonjeshke Darande, also known as Predatory Sparrow, has taken responsibility for destroying a significant amount of cryptocurrency stolen from the Iranian exchange Nobitex.
Who are Gonjeshke Darande?
The hacker group Gonjeshke Darande announced its actions on Twitter on June 18, 2025. They claim to have destroyed assets worth over $90 million that were connected to Iranian finances.
How Nobitex Funds Were Destroyed
According to the group, the funds were sent to vanity addresses that are unrecoverable. The destroyed assets included Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin. Some addresses even contained anti-Iranian messages, such as ‘FuckIRGCTerroristsNoBiTEX.’
Nobitex's Response and Consequences of the Attack
Nobitex confirmed that all user funds remain safe in cold storage. The platform reported that it emptied its hot wallets and has adequate reserves to cover any losses. However, the hackers threatened to publish the source code and internal systems of Nobitex, urging users to withdraw their funds.
The events surrounding Nobitex highlight the growing role of cryptocurrency in global conflicts and cyber threats, raising concerns over the safety of users and financial institutions.
