Grinex, a cryptocurrency exchange sanctioned by the U.S. and registered in Kyrgyzstan, has suspended operations following a cyberattack that resulted in the theft of approximately $15 million. The exchange claims that the attack was orchestrated by 'western special services' and targeted Russian users, aiming to undermine Russia's financial sovereignty.

• 01Grinex experienced a cyberattack resulting in a theft of approximately $15 million.
• 02The exchange claims the attack was conducted by 'western special services' targeting Russian users.
• 03Grinex has been under constant attack since its incorporation 16 months ago.
• 04The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned Grinex last year, linking it to illicit activities.
• 05TokenSpot, another Kyrgyzstan-based exchange, was also reportedly breached in the same attack.

The cyberattack on Grinex could impact Russian users and the broader cryptocurrency market in Kyrgyzstan, raising concerns about security and trust in digital asset exchanges.