Summary # Shift, a blockchain project focused on decentralized web hosting, was hit by a 51% attack in late August 2016. The attackers were able to take control of more than half of the network’s mining power, enabling them to reorganize the blockchain and carry out double-spending attacks. Attackers # The identities of the attackers remain unknown. Losses # The exact amount of losses in the Shift 51% attack is not clear. ...
Summary # Krypton, an Ethereum-based blockchain, experienced a 51% attack in August 2016. The attackers were able to control more than half of the network’s hash rate, enabling them to manipulate the blockchain and double-spend KR tokens. Attackers # The identity of the attackers remains unknown. Losses # It was reported that the attackers managed to steal approximately 21,465 KR tokens, which had a value of about $3,000 at the time of the attack. ...
Summary # In May 2013, Feathercoin was attacked by a 51% attack that resulted in the loss of millions of dollars. The attack was carried out by an attacker who was able to gain control of more than 51% of the network’s computing power. The attack lasted for several days, during which the attacker was able to reverse transactions that had been completed while they were in control. The attacker was able to reverse transactions and double-spend coins, resulting in a significant loss for Feathercoin users. ...