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Fraudulent Chrome Extension Steals Solana Funds Through Hidden 0.0013 SOL Fees
A malicious browser extension has been extracting cryptocurrency from Solana traders by embedding unauthorized transfers into transactions, cybersecurity firm Socket disclosed Tuesday. The extension, marketed as a trading tool, attaches a minimum fee of 0.0013 SOL or 0.05% per swap while concealing the activity from wallet confirmation screens. The tool remained available on the Chrome Web Store since June 18, 2024, with 15 installations recorded at the time of discovery.
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UK Tax Authority Proposes Capital Gains Exemption for DeFi Lending and Staking
The UK's Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs has introduced a 'No Gain No Loss' tax framework for decentralized finance activities. The proposal would exempt on-chain DeFi deposits from capital gains taxation, according to Aave founder Stani Kulechov. The policy aims to align tax rules with blockchain transaction mechanics and streamline compliance for users engaged in lending and staking.
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