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CoinStats: Tracking $2 million in stolen funds and discussing options to support users affected by security incidents

CoinStats stated in a post on X that it has been 6 days since the security incident occurred with CoinStats Wallet. The team has been working continuously to minimize losses and restore functionality by:

1. Tracking the stolen $2 million in different wallets with the help of Security Alliance;

2. Cooperating with law enforcement agencies in multiple jurisdictions;

3. Discussing internal plans to support victims of the incident;

4. Preparing a detailed explanation of how CoinStats Wallet operates.

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