FBI Investigation Launched After Cardano Blockchain Split

A temporary split in the Cardano blockchain has led to an FBI investigation, after staking pool operator Homer J’s experiment triggered the network instability. This incident highlights security vulnerabilities and sparked debate about internal risks. While no user funds were lost during the event, the community experienced temporary disruptions. 🕵️‍♂️ The incident involved a malformed delegation transaction by Mr. J, which led Charles Hoskinson to contact the FBI, as he believes criminal activity may be involved. ⚠️ Experts have pointed out previously observed network vulnerabilities on Cardano’s testnet and stressed the importance of enhancing blockchain security practices to prevent future occurrences.