Hackers allegedly steal $133 million from French banking group Crédit Mutuel Arkéa

Hackers allegedly steal $133 million from French banking group Crédit Mutuel Arkéa
Hackers allegedly steal $133 million from French banking group Crédit Mutuel Arkéa

French banking and insurance group Crédit Mutuel Arkéa was reportedly targeted in a cyberattack involving the theft of more than $133 million, equivalent to approximately 118 million euros, according to French newspaper Le Télégramme on November 4.

The report said the Bank of France was notified of the incident. Crédit Mutuel Arkéa, meanwhile, assured that the incident would have no financial impact on its customers.

Journalist Grégory Raymond reported that the stolen funds were allegedly transferred to multiple accounts on cryptocurrency exchange platforms, where they were converted into digital assets.

The circumstances of the alleged theft and the identity of those responsible have not been established in the information provided.

Edith Báez

Journalist, broadcaster, social media manager, and content creator with a Master’s degree in Strategic Marketing

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