Hackers Target Founder's Social Media, Nano Labs Issues Clarification
On September 24, Nasdaq-listed company Nano Labs released an official statement confirming that the X (formerly Twitter) account of its founder, Jack Kong, was compromised by unidentified hackers.
How the False Information Spread
After gaining control of the account, the attackers posted a series of promotional messages about a purported "new project." These posts were designed to mimic official announcements, directing users to suspicious links or unverified activities.
Upon detecting the breach, Nano Labs acted swiftly to mitigate the situation:
- Issued an immediate official statement clarifying that all related posts were unauthorized and fraudulent.
- Contacted the platform to assist in account freezing and initiate security recovery procedures.
- Alerted the community, warning investors not to trust any financing or investment invitations from unofficial channels.
Industry-Wide Security Concerns
This is not the first time a crypto executive's social media account has been hacked. Attackers often exploit public trust in industry figures to steal assets through phishing links or fake airdrop announcements.
In its statement, Nano Labs reiterated that all official communications are released through its website, verified corporate social media accounts, and exchange announcements. The company advised users to cross-reference information through multiple official sources before engaging in any financial transactions.
As of now, account recovery is underway, and there is no evidence of direct financial loss from the incident. However, the breach serves as a stark reminder to the industry—securing personal accounts has become a critical component of corporate risk management in the digital asset space.