Iranian Crypto Exchange Exposes Sensitive Data of Nearly 230,000 Users

Bit24.cash, a crypto exchange service in Iran, has accidentally exposed the personal data of nearly 230,000 users. Reportedly, a lack of proper configuration by the service led to the leakage of customer data, including passports, user IDs, credit cards, and written consent to regulators. Like other crypto exchanges, bit24.cash operates under Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements. Although many argue that KYC practices oppose the very foundation of crypto, which is widely based on anonymity, nu